Walter Hansel 2022 Estate Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

Another great chardonnay release from Walter Hansel. Limited. 90 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Coming from different selections throughout this 80-acre ranch's vineyards, the 2022 Chardonnay The Estate Vineyard is a bright medium yellow color and is ripe with aromas of golden apples, ripe peach, tangerine, and baking spice. Full-bodied, it’s sunny and generous on the palate, with a creamy texture and a decadent feel. It’s well-balanced and will show its best over the next 4-5 years. 518 cases were produced." Robert Parker: "...The Hansel wines capture the essence of the Russian River in their exuberant, forward personalities. In my view, the Chardonnays are reference points for what Wente clone Chardonnay is all about. Quality is high across the board and pricing remains incredibly consumer friendly throughout the range, making these some of the most delicious and compelling Sonoma wines readers will come across."