2023 Red Car "Estate" Fort Ross-Seaview Chardonnay
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95WE
93JD
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97
James Suckling
So rich, creamy and layered but vibrant in lime, lemon-curd and green-apple flavors. Deep, minerally and flinty yet broad and luscious, with baked pears and toasted almonds expanding on the palate and lingering in the finish. Made primarily from selected Old Wente clone grapes from Hyde Vineyard. Drink now or hold.
Professional Reviews
95
Wine Enthusiast
The nose of this Chardonnay delivers focused aromas of green pear, nectarine, river rocks, candied ginger, and white flowers. The palate possesses a firm phenolic grip, with laser-focused acidity through the middle and waves of apple, tangerine, pineapple sage, toasted spices, and jasmine lingering along the finale.
93
Jeb Dunnuck
Coming from the estate property, the 2023 Chardonnay Estate Vineyard is a bright yellow color with a light green tinge, sourced from 100% old Wente vines at 1,150 feet elevation just 3.5 miles from the coastline. Elegant and refined, it is initially subtle, then reveals ocean breeze tones, almond, white peach, anise, and savory bitterness reminiscent of pastis. Full-bodied but without weight, it has supple texture and mouthwatering freshness. Drink over the coming 10 years. Drink 2026-2036. 93+
Details
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Origin | Sonoma County, California, United States |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| Alcohol Content | 13.4% |
| SKU | 2070927 |