93pts Vinous

The 2019 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley) is one of the hidden gems in this range, as it so often is. Rich and tropical, but also light on its feet, the 2019 is a total knockout. All the elements are so nicely balanced. There's terrific complexity and plenty of character. The purity of the flavors is compelling. A hint of new oak frames the finish nicely.

90pts Jeb Dunnuck

The 2019 Chardonnay Alexander Valley is rock-solid, offering lots of chalky minerality as well as white flowers, stone fruits, and brioche aromatics, medium-bodied richness, a solid sense of freshness, and a great finish.

Winemaker Notes

Medium straw color. Aromas and flavors of grilled white peach, lemon blossom, lemon meringue pie and candied pineapple. Balanced acidity, bright creaminess, medium plus body and medium length with full middle palate.

Winery Notes

Founded in 1977, Matanzas Creek Winery is located on the site of a retired dairy farm in Sonoma County's Bennett Valley. In 1985, the original winery gave way to a modern winemaking facility -- and, since that time, the Estate's Bennett Valley vineyards have grown to include over 280-acres of Chardonnay, Merlot and Syrah. Vineyard acquisitions in Sonoma Valley, Carneros, Russian River Valley and Knights Valley provide the vineyard management and winemaking teams with an enviable selection of fruit.