373 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Chardonnay
98 Points

Domaine Genot-Boulanger Puligny 1er Les Folatieres 2022

An electrifying wine of precision and pedigree. A rush of citrus oil, white flowers, and crushed stone bursts from the glass, backed by layers of ripe orchard fruit and a whisper of hazelnut. The palate is full of tension and grace. So laser-focused, with a crystalline core of minerality that drives through a finish of... Read Full Review
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Gaja Chardonnay Rossj-Bass Langhe 2024

Layered with pear, white flowers, and a subtle hint of French oak, combining lemon oil with fresh minerals. Gaja’s delightful new Chardonnay offers rare finesse with vibrant citrus and fresh nectarine glide over a creamy, textured palate, lifted by mineral precision and hints of mint. This new gem is fun and refreshing from the very... Read Full Review
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HdV Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard 2016

HdV’s Chardonnay is always one of California’s most impressive, but few realize how elegantly this wine ages over time. The 2016 is now in its early prime with its bright citrus notes still providing refreshment as the luscious texture of the wine submerges you in pure enjoyment. This beauty is drinking like a perfectly-aged Corton... Read Full Review
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Knights Bridge Chardonnay West Block 2021

An exquisite Chardonnay with a pleasant caramel-like richness that carries captivating flavors of grilled pineapple, orange blossom and creme brulee across the palate. As luscious and full-bodied as this is, the brightness and minerality on the finish acts as a counterweight to balance this lip-smacking white wine. Production is tiny so grab this if you... Read Full Review
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Louis Jadot Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 2022

This 2022 Les Clos has an ultra-expressive bouquet of melon, apple, and zesty minerality. Flashy and refreshing layers of citrus and orchard fruit around a core of classic Chablis minerality framed by delightful hints of lightly toasted oak. This is nectar will continue to impress through 2030. Read Full Review
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Lewis Chardonnay Napa Reserve 2023

From the first swirl, it seduces with aromas of tropical blossoms and sun-kissed fruit, interwoven with whispers of flakey pastry, crème brûlée, and warm ginger spice. The palate is sumptuous and layered, revealing honeysuckle and citrus oil, then lingering with grilled pineapple and a gentle kiss of vanilla that seems to last forever; a finish... Read Full Review
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Lewis Chardonnay RRV Barcaglia Lane 2019

Once again, this is our very favorite Chardonnay from Lewis, offering a deep golden hue, lush, aromatic ripe fruits, pineapple, ginger, and star jasmine from the offset. The sumptuous core palate displays opulent notes of poached pears, cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie, oak and bourbon notes across a silky smooth texture. We were particularly impressed with... Read Full Review
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Louis Jadot Chablis Blanchot Grand Cru 2024

This 2024 Blanchot has an ultra-expressive bouquet of melon, Honeycrisp apple, and zesty minerality. Flashy and refreshing layers of lemon zest and orchard fruit around a core of classic Chablis minerality framed by delightful hints of lightly toasted oak. This delightful nectar will continue to impress through 2033+. Read Full Review
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Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2018

We were immediately captivated by the ultra-silky and rich texture. This charming new Corton impresses with alluring note of lemon meringue, baked apple, vanilla and nutmeg. The bright flavors of ginger, meyer lemon and minerals crescendo with tangy butterscotch hints on the enchanting finish. We recommend decanting (seriously) prior to 2023 and enjoying this exceptional... Read Full Review