92pts Decanter

Opulence paired with complexity from this Chardonnay, a blend from throughout the Dundee Hills appellation. Aromatics of poached pear, lemon pastry cream and dried chamomile flowers show elegance and persistence. The palate shows a richness of fruit nutmeg spiced baked apple, rich lemon curd and a sweet note of toasted hazelnuts carry the finish. 100% Dijon clone from five vineyards, our estate, Durant, with some of the oldest Dijon plantings in the valley, Freedom Hill, Nine Bark, primarily neutral French oak, 60%.

92pts Jeb Dunnuck

A bright yellow color, the 2023 Chardonnay Classique is vibrant in the glass with notes of fresh peach, golden citrus, pineapple, and saline. It has a medium to full-bodied frame with good ripeness, balanced length, and stone-fruited richness with a fleshy texture.

91pts James Suckling

A charming, fruity and generous wine that’s easy to sip and enjoy for its fresh apple and pear flavors and light butter and vanilla accents. Medium-bodied, smooth and polished.

91pts Wine Enthusiast

The tangy fruit and mineral qualities of this wine's aromatic set are best described as apricots and oranges crushed on slate. It tastes like Mandarin orange segments, with juice dripping down your chin, spiced up by bursts of coriander and fresh-picked basil. The texture lies somewhere between creamy and dreamy.

Winemaker Notes

The fruit for the 2023 vintage once again comes from premier vineyard partners including Freedom Hill and Durant, along with select barrels from our Estate blocks. Don, Jesse, and Dan create depth by utilizing different fermentation vessels—such as stainless steel, neutral oak puncheons, and a touch of concrete. The outcome is a vibrant, fruit-forward Chardonnay, bursting with lively notes of orange blossom, Asian pear, ripe pineapple, and passion fruit. Its refreshing acidity and elegant texture contribute to this wines versatility and character. Limited malolactic fermentation ensures exceptional fruit purity and lively acidity. The result is a captivating Chardonnay, complemented by refreshing acidity and a refined texture, making it both versatile and full of character.