The 2023 Chardonnay Estate mixes crushed rocks with gingery spice and nuances of sesame seed to form a complex yet inviting bouquet. Elegance defines the palate, where ripe orchard fruits meld with salty mineral tones and a note of flint, joined by a gentle pop of candied citrus. Zesty tension reverberates, leaving a sour lemon tinge and spice that linger. Perfectly balanced.
94 points, Eric Guido, Vinous (Jul 2025)
Zippy and fresh, with aromas of limes, lemons and a pleasing balance of fresh cream and flint. The palate is vibrant and refreshing, with textural acidity, tension and a long finish of citrus oil and white roses. From organically grown grapes. Dry farmed. Drink or hold.
94 points, Courtney Humiston, James Suckling (Dec 2025)
The 2023 Chardonnay Estate opens with touches of matchstick and graham cracker that give way to stone fruit and beeswax aromas. The medium-bodied palate is flinty and mineral-driven with taut acidity and a long, textural finish. It will benefit from time in the cellar.
93+ points, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate (Nov 2025)
Precise and detailed, with supple orange zest, nectarine, mineral and honeysuckle accents that build richness on the lush, crisp finish. Drink now. 2,075 cases made.
93 points, Tim Fish, Wine Spectator (Mar 2026)
This Chardonnay from the Linga Franca estate is effusively floral. Fruit is sourced from the original blocks planted by Larry Stone in 2012 and two additional blocks grafted over to Chardonnay from Pinot Noir in 2018 and 2019. Aromas of gardenia, peach fuzz and green mangoes transition to a seriously mineral palate. Salt, Meyer lemon pulp and macerated nectarine flesh linger long on the palate.
93 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Aug 2025)
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