385 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Chardonnay
96 Points

Sequitur Chardonnay Ribbon Ridge 2017

This second vintage of this continues to be a bright addition to the wines from Beaux Freres co-founder Mike Etzel. This Chardonnay from the Sequitur Vineyard that runs congruous to the Beaux Freres Upper Terraces is brimming with key lime pie, fresh green apple and flinty minerality, leading to a well-balanced palate of baked pears,... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Shafer Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch 2017

Year in year out Shafer consistently offers one of the fullest, tastiest Chardonnays in California, always well-balanced and super-viscous. This 2017 Red Shoulder Ranch is gigantic in pineapple, nectarine, ripe apricot, pear, mango, tangerine and honey, yet so refreshing and dense with mineral edges and a crispness that somehow manages to finish dry. A magical... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Small Vines Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2015

Only about 200 cases of this thrilling Chardonnay were made, and it is a refreshing, classically-styled masterpiece. The winery’s website announces that their wines are crafted from meticulously tended vines and the layers of beautiful flavors in this wine suggest it is true. A deft balance of rich, ripe citrus and stone fruits, opulent, rich... Read Full Review →
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The Hilt Chardonnay Old Guard 2016

This delightfully delicious Chardonnay, though unquestionably Californian, has a lot to offer those collectors who appreciate Burgundy. This is a truly gorgeous white wine, supremely balanced with hints of citrus fruit and minerality that delivers an overall elegance rarely found outside France. This wine truly has something to offer Chardonnay lovers of every stripe and... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Three Sticks Chardonnay Durell 2012

Three Sticks Durell Vineyard Chardonnay is a concentrated, luscious experience that offers a spicy, inviting nose. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and round with rich flavors of stonefruit and creamy oak. Absolutely delicious now and will continue providing pleasure through 2019. Read Full Review →
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Three Sticks Chardonnay Durell 2023

Brimming with exotic guava and ripe nectarine, this Chardonnay layers vibrant stone fruit with nuances of wild herbs, honey, and fresh green apple. The palate is both succulent and lifted, carrying waves of peach and citrus before finishing with a bright, mouthwatering tang. A wine of energy and elegance, it offers impressive complexity and a... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Three Sticks Chardonnay Gap’s Crown 2020

Three Sticks Gap’s Crown Vineyard Chardonnay is ultra-rich and silky smooth. A truly luscious experience that offers a spicy, inviting bouquet. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and round with rich flavors of fresh fruit and creamy oak with hints of pineapple and vanilla on the finish. Absolutely delicious now and will continue providing... Read Full Review →
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Waypoint Chardonnay Ritchie 2022

A beautifully balanced wine with a velvety, almost oily texture that glides across the palate. The bouquet and flavor profile offer inviting notes of ripe papaya and pear, accented by a touch of flaky pastry and brioche. Its clean, refreshing character and classic style are supported by bright acidity and minimal oak influence. This is... Read Full Review →
97 Points

00 Wines Chardonnay VGW 2023

The nose offers flinty minerality and a touch of stonefruit. On the palate, it’s silky and luxuriously textured, yet maintains bright, vibrant acidity that keeps everything in balance. The finish is long, sophisticated, and impeccably built. A wine of purity and precision that has that exciting x factor in abundance. Irresistible now but will continue... Read Full Review →
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Addax Chardonnay Purrington Rued 2019

Ultra-rich and opulent, featuring a symphony of fresh fruit flavors complimented by flashy notes of butterscotch and toffee that reminds us of California’s blue chip Chardonnays by Morlet, Peter Michael, and Aubert. Captivating hints of caramel and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the palate intertwined with notes of nectarine, vanilla, minerals, lemon oil, and... Read Full Review →