94pts Jeb Dunnuck

A bright silver/yellow color, the 2022 Chardonnay Fort Ross-Seaview is so energetic out of the gate, with a fantastic flinty lift, along with notes of lemon-lime zest and fresh pear. The palate is focused and bright, with lovely electricity, elegant ripeness, and a beautifully tapering finish with a note of salty earth.

93pts James Suckling

Flavors of key limes and lemon curd burst from this well-balanced, tangy, acid-driven wine as it lights up the palate. Despite a full body, it shows freshness, vibrancy and concentration, with hints of oak spices, vanilla bean and custard that echo on the finish.

92pts Vinous

The 2022 Chardonnay (Fort Ross-Seaview) is a very pretty wine. Jasmine, tangerine peel, mint and light tropical notes all run through this expressive, nuanced Chardonnay. All of this fruit is from the Martinelli family's Charles Ranch, a site most producers bottle as a vineyard designate.

Winemaker's Notes

Minerality and density are indicative of this cool, high-elevation AVA. This viticultural neighborhood hugs the Pacific Ocean, creating wines of startling freshness and liveliness.

About the Winery

Ramey Wine Cellars directly influenced 21st century winemaking and set a new standard for what California could achieve. Success in launching the family’s namesake winery was not preordained. Starting from humble origins, through intellectual leadership and hands-on experience, Ramey has risen to be considered one of the iconic wineries of California.