2023 Diatom Chardonnay
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Given its 40,000-case production, the straightforward 2023 Chardonnay is impressive and delivers its mission statement of accessible versatility. Entering with baked green apple and honeycomb aromas accented with pleasing salinity, the palate is soft and straightforward, concluding with a lusciously fruited finish and framed with refreshing chalkiness.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Made by Greg Brewer and already bottled, the 2023 Chardonnay comes from the Mission Hills Vineyard just outside of Los Alamos. Its vivid medium gold hue is followed by a vibrant nose of salted citrus, tangerine, exotic flowers, and subtle spice. Medium-bodied, pure, rounded, and beautifully balanced, it has plenty of power and density, integrated acidity, and a great finish. This impeccably made Chardonnay should be snatched up by readers, as it competes with wines at two to three times the price.
The 2023 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County) is a total stunner. Bright, aromatic and vibrant, the 2023 is lights-out, brilliantly marrying fruit intensity and energy. Apricot, mint and white flowers abound. This is a stunning wine for the price and for its production of around 40,000 cases. All of this fruit is from Mission Hills in Los Alamos.