Pahlmeyer - Napa Valley Chardonnay 2022 (750ml)
Price: $129.99
| Producer | Pahlmeyer |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Napa Valley |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 7283 |
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The Chardonnay from Pahlmeyer is a thrilling, age-worthy wine that showcases the best of Napa Valley. On the nose, intense aromas of ripe gooseberry, lemongrass, and sweet clover burst from the glass, with lingering notes of orange blossom honey. On the palate, the wine has a brilliant juxtaposition of opulence and bright acidity, with pure, focused fruit at its core. A surge of tarte citron and toasted almond rides an edge of lifting acidity, while polished oak tannins frame the fruit beautifully and seamlessly. Captivating notes of salted caramel and baked spiced pear echo on the finish. This wine is ultra-rich and concentrated yet beautifully balanced with lively fresh-style, making it an excellent choice for both casual and formal occasions. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of this 100% Chardonnay wine from top vineyards including Pahlmeyer Estate, Antica, Hyde, and Stagecoach. With its captivating flavors and impeccable structure, this wine is a true standout. Wine ratings confirm that Pahlmeyer Chardonnay Napa Valley is a top-notch wine, perfect for collectors and wine lovers alike.
Wine Enthusiast: 94 Points
Both richly flavored and mouthwatering, this Chardonnay offers a well balanced expression of a generous style. Juicy, ripe, yellow fruits and sweet pear are pleasantly spiced, carried through a long finish by brightening acidity. Delicious.
Wine Spectator: 94 Points
Expansive, broad and aromatic, the notes of toasted fennel, lemon thyme, litsea oil and vetiver leap out of the glass, giving way to opulent flavors of grilled peach, caramelized pineapple and spiced, baked apples. Shows power and elegance, with crisp acidity pushing the flavors into clarity and helping them linger on the fresh finish.
Wine Advocate: 93 Points
Winemaker Katie Vogt started picking for Pahlmeyer's 2022 Chardonnay in August, with just a couple of blocks hanging into September. As always, it's all fermented in roughly 90% new François Frères barrels. The nose boasts scents of toasted hazelnuts and white peaches, plus hints of cashew and grilled pineapple. In the mouth, this vintage is full-bodied, broad and expansive—perhaps a bit warm. Fruit this vintage came from Antinori, Hyde, Toyon, Stagecoach and Waters Ranch (Pahlmeyer's estate vineyard).
