Pahlmeyer Chardonnay 2022 (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 97] [WS 94] [WE 94] [WA 93]

About the Wine: Our 2022 Chardonnay is a masterful balance of opulence and vibrancy. Stone fruit aromatics give way to a fresh tropical lift with underscoring hints of toasted marshmallow and flint. This Chardonnay is concentrated and focused on the palate, unfurling a rich tapestry of crushed Marcona almond, freshly baked macaroon, and preserved lemon buoyed by dynamic acidity. The palate is textured and rich while bright and lively, with intense, ever-evolving flavors that linger through the finish. Exhibiting a full, layered palate upon release, this wine will continue to gain detail and depth over the next 5-7 years of careful cellaring.— Katie Vogt, Winemaker Composition: 100% Chardonnay We picked our Chardonnay from high-elevation vineyards during the cool of the night. Each whole cluster was meticulously hand sorted at the winery before pressing. The juice naturally settled in stainless steel tanks until ready to rack to barrel. Our top lots were racked to new French oak bar