2021 California Chardonnay

Arista Winery was founded in 2002 by Al and Jancis McWilliams with the intent of producing small quantities of quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from The Russian River Valley District . The day to day operations are now run by... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Russian River Valley is deeply fruited yet fantastically energetic! It has layered aromas of flint baked apples chamomile honey almonds and top notes of lemon peel. The medium-bodied palate balances rich fruit... Read More

Chanin Wines is dedicated to sourcing fruit from sites in California’s Santa Barbera County to create wines whose qualities reflect the individual vineyards in which these grapes are grown. There are no bottlings from blended... Read More

2021 Chardonnay Lancel Creek Vineyard comes from a west-facing site near Occidental two mountain ridges in from the Pacific Ocean. It has pure scents of nectarine quince peel spring honey toast and crème fraîche. The palate... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Estate is precise and detailed despite its inherent generosity. The nose offers pure crushed apple flint dried hay and jasmine aromas. The medium-bodied palate features highly concentrated savory and floral... Read More

"Offers baked apple candied ginger and pear notes on an elegant and supple frame with lemon balm and lemon blossom accents plus a touch of salted butter. Shows wonderful harmony on the long expressive finish where hints of toasted... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Presqu'ile Vineyard is one of the best wines I have tasted here in some time. It marries depth textural resonance and energy in style. Lemon peel almond dried flowers and chamomile are some of the many... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard which can be bold and hedonistic in warmer vintages is more reminiscent of Chablis. It has transparent aromas of lemon curd chalk and crème fraîche. The light-bodied palate features concentrated... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Lazy Lounging is a crisp cool offering loaded with gently grilled citrus and pineapple notes. It's medium to full-bodied crisp mouthwatering and long. It's not as broad or generous as the 2020 but longer... Read More

The 2021 Chardonnay Allen Vineyard is hedonistic and exotic. Matured for 16 months in 30% new oak flinty touches temper its gregarious aromas of toasted marshmallow manuka honey quince paste and peach preserves. The medium-bodied... Read More

The 2021 Unoaked Chardonnay offers notable purity this vintage with pretty aromas of apricot Meyer lemon biscuit and acacia with flinty streaks. The light-bodied palate balances energetic acidity with an alluring creamy texture... Read More