White
North and South America are home to some of the most exciting and innovative white wine producers in the world. From crisp and refreshing Sauvignon Blancs to rich and complex Chardonnays, these regions have a diverse range of terroirs and climates that produce exceptional white wines.
In North America, some of the most famous vineyards producing white wines include Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, known for their full-bodied and rich Chardonnays. Another renowned producer is Washington State's Chateau Ste. Michelle, which produces a range of white wines including Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay.
In South America, Chile's Casablanca Valley is known for producing some of the best white wines in the region, with renowned vineyards such as Viña Casablanca and Matetic Vineyards. These vineyards produce delicious Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs, and even lesser-known varietals such as Gewürztraminer and Riesling.
Argentina's Mendoza region is also gaining a reputation for its white wines, particularly its Torrontés, which is a floral and aromatic white wine that pairs well with spicy foods.
Other notable white wine regions in North America include Canada's Niagara Peninsula, which produces crisp and refreshing Rieslings and Sauvignon Blancs, and Oregon's Willamette Valley, which is known for its crisp and acidic Pinot Gris.
In South America, Uruguay's coastal region of Canelones is emerging as a producer of elegant and mineral-driven white wines made from grapes such as Albariño and Chardonnay.
Overall, the white wines of North and South America offer a wide range of styles and flavors, from crisp and refreshing to rich and complex. With their commitment to quality and innovation, these regions are sure to continue producing exceptional white wines that can compete with the best in the world.
White
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(6x75cl) 2018Wine Advocate (96)
The 2018 Chardonnay EGW has gotten better and better in bottle since I first tasted it in 2020. It has soaring scents of persimmon, peach and apricot plus singular nuances of crème brûlée, autumn honey and panna cotta. The full-bodied palate is satiny and mouth-coating with kaleidoscopic flavors. Despite its power, vibrant acidity adds a shimmery feel, and it has an epically long finish. It’s notably youthful and has a long life ahead in the cellar.Inc. VAT£683.32 -
Introducing the exquisite Alma Fria Campbell Ranch Chardonnay 2021, a stellar creation from the cool coastal climes of California's Sonoma County. Made by Alma Fria, a family-owned winery with a robust dedication to sustainability and nuanced wine craftsmanship. They masterfully cultivate their vines on the edge of the Pacific, with deft hands and insightful practices that extol respect for the land.
The 2021 vintage encapsulates this philosophy effortlessly. It is a beautifully complex blend, expressive of its surroundings and the particularly challenging yet rewarding weather conditions of that year. The Alma Fria Campbell Ranch Chardonnay 2021 captures the essence of the Campbell Ranch vineyard's unique terroir, delivering vibrant orchard fruit notes and hints of brioche.
They've produced a brilliant Chardonnay of subtle power, laced with hints of citrus, which develops a profound mineral freshness on the palate. The delicate use of oak adds a compelling creaminess and toasty finish. A distinguished choice for discerning wine connoisseurs.
Inc. VAT£686.98 -
Exemplifying poised elegance, the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021 tantalises with an expertly balanced profile. Artfully crafted in the esteemed Uco Valley, Mendoza, the producers, spirited enthusiasts and dedicated winemakers, devote tremendous care into fostering this sublime Chardonnay. This exquisite wine displays an unyielding commitment to Old-World winemaking techniques: fermented and aged in French oak barrels for eight months, yielding a sophisticated complexity and hallmark vanilla accents. On the palate, the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021 graces us with a lavish honeyed texture instilled with vibrant tropical fruit flavours, underscored by subtle minerally cues, connoting Mendoza's unique high-altitude terroir. The finish is impressively long and coated in a nurturing creaminess, indubitably fortifying the wine's premium position. This is a testament to Alpasion's adept craftsmanship. Through the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021, one journeys to the heart of Mendoza, savouring a glass brimming with Argentinean tradition and innovation. A stellar addendum for the discerning oenophile.
Inc. VAT£1,029.20 -
Vinous (93)
(an 85/15 blend of sauvignon blanc and semillon): Bright, green-tinged yellow. Lovely perfume combines pungent lime skin, stone fruits, lemon drop and essential oils. Dense, sappy and opulent yet somehow weightless, conveying a powerful impression of energy to the flavors of nectarine, lime oil and honey. The semillon contributes roundness. Finishes sexy and long, in need of a year or so in bottle to develop more complexity. Always a splendid blend.Inc. VAT£400.54 -
The Arnot Roberts Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is a stunning and exceptional fine wine from the esteemed Arnot Roberts winery. This variant encompasses the sophisticated craftsmanship of California’s prominent wine region. Made exclusively from 100% hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes from the illustrious Sanford & Benedict Vineyard, the wine exhibits the classic and refined hallmarks of this heralded vineyard. Unique nuances of the wine come from the cool marine climate and the diatomaceous earth soils of the region, imparting earthy undertones. Upon the palate, layered flavours develop an elegant minerality and refreshing acidity, exhibiting citrus zest, green apples, with a hint of creamy vanilla. Arnot Roberts lightly presses the grapes and employs native yeast fermentation in neutral French oak barrels, enhancing the wine's authenticity. Rest assured, each bottle of Arnot Roberts Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 offers an unparalleled experience for the discerning wine connoisseur.
Inc. VAT£733.78 -
(12x75cl) 2022The Arnot Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay 2022 is a regal testament to the fine craftsmanship of Arnot Roberts, who has once again harnessed California's unique terroir to produce this exceptional wine. This offering is from the renowned Napa Valley, specifically the cool climate, southernmost tip which is ideal for Chardonnay. It distinguishes itself by a character neatly balanced between ripe fruit flavours and vibrant minerality.
The wine is masterly crafted from hand-harvested grapes, following a traditional approach with minimalist intervention. Fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts to amplify its natural vitality, and aged on the lees, it blossoms into an elegant expression of its origin. The wonderfully integrated oak influence is gracefully balanced with well-honed acidity, delivering delicate pear and citrus notes, dancing vivaciously on the palate.
Arnot Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay 2022 absolutely garners praise for its harmony and complexity, truly a choice wine to enjoy with discerning friends.
Inc. VAT£594.58 -
Relish the fine symphony of the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits Blanches au Bouge 2020, a fine testament to Californian viticulture. Crafted in Santa Barbara County, under the seasoned expertise of pioneer winemaker Jim Clendenen, this white wine is an embodiment of finesse. The grapes, grown in the renowned Bien Nacido Vineyard, are meticulously sorted and feremented in French oak barrels, resulting in a harmonious blend of richness and vibrancy. On the nose, hints of citrus fruit merge seamlessly with toasty oak nuances; on the palate, expect structured minerality balanced with crisp acidity and a lingering finish. This iteration of Chardonnay resonates with the Au Bon Climat mantra - making wines of elegance and balance. Indulge in the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits Blanches au Bouge 2020, a wine that stands triumphant as a shining beacon of the producer's commitment to excellence.
Inc. VAT£450.80 -
Vinous (94)
The 2018 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is creamy and ample, with pretty floral notes that lend complexity. This is one of the richer, creamier wines readers will find from this part of the old-vine section of Sanford & Benedict. A few hours of aeration brings out gorgeous textural richness to play off the wine's natural brilliance.Inc. VAT£1,009.61 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is a soft, open knit wine that captures the personality of this site so well. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, marzipan and lightly honeyed notes all run through the 2018. Soft, silky contours round out the finish.Inc. VAT£1,009.61 -
Emanating from the famed Californian wine region, the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Santa Ynez Valley 2020 captivates the exactitude of exquisite Chardonnay crafting. Revered winemaker Jim Clendenen, the virtuoso behind Au Bon Climat, applies traditional French techniques for this special selection. Grown in the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley, the 2020 vintage offers a delicate melange of apple and citrus flavours, underscored by a gentle creaminess derived from judicious oak ageing.
Grapes for this gastronomic gem are handpicked and meticulously sorted to ensure top-tier quality. With limited production, the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Santa Ynez Valley 2020 is a true treasure, oozing exquisite balance, testament to Clendenen's indefatigable commitment to excellence. This Chardonnay proves to be a superb statement of finesse, depth and complexity, deftly showcasing the exceptional terroir of Santa Ynez Valley.
Inc. VAT£1,009.61 -
(12x75cl) 2015Vinous (93)
The 2015 White Hildegard Estate is quite exuberant in this vintage, largely the result of a growing season that lowered yields dramatically. Tangerine, almond, chamomile, wild flowers and lightly honeyed notes fill out the wine's ample frame effortlessly. Classy, polished and nuanced all the way, the 2015 will drink well with minimal cellaring. Time in the glass brings out an attractive floral side to the 2015 that is quite appealing.Inc. VAT£623.60 -
Featuring a sublime balance of power and elegance, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is an extraordinary blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, this fine white wine represents the true prowess of esteemed winery, Au Bon Climat, fondly celebrated for their commitment to a Burgundian approach to winemaking.
With deep roots dating back to 1982, Au Bon Climat respects the idiosyncrasies of each grape cluster, crafting wines with patience and respect for natural processes. The Hildegard 2019 is barrel fermented and maintained 'sur lie' for as long as possible to retain its rich complexity. Vibrant acidity underlines luscious stone fruit and citrus notes, uplifting a full-bodied palate and culminating in a lasting finish.
Celebrating the intricate harmony of tradition and a pioneering spirit, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is a commendable addition to any connoisseur's collection.
Inc. VAT£701.21 -
Jeb Dunnuck (93)
A blend of 50% Pinot Gris, 45% Pinot Blanc, and the rest Aligoté, the 2020 Hildegard Estate White Blend has a richer yet still vibrant bouquet of stone fruits, toasted bread, honeysuckle, and spice. This carries to a medium-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant white with notable richness as well as freshness and balance. It's a beautiful white.Inc. VAT£701.21 -
(12x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£2,652.41 -
Vinous (98)
One of the highlights in this range, the 2017 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard is also the most gracious and lifted of Mark Aubert's Chardonnays. Lemon peel, white flowers, mint, chalk and white pepper give the wine lift and perfume. Delicate, understated and classy to the core, the Lauren has it all. The 2017 is a stunning wine. It's as simple as that. Don't miss it.Inc. VAT£355.73 -
(1x75cl) 2012Vinous (93+)
One of the more explosive wines in the range, the 2012 Chardonnay Sugar Shack hits the palate with tons of depth and pure body. Readers who can put the wine aside for a few years should do so, as today the structure and intensity of the fruit are both incredibly intense. The style is rich, tropical, honeyed and voluptuous to the core. Sugar Shack emerges from a site in Rutherford, just outside St. Helena, planted by David Abreu with a Montrachet clone. This is the same wine that was labeled as Napa Valley in 2011. The vines are now seven years old. There is every reason to think the best lies ahead.Inc. VAT£217.73 -
(1x75cl) 2014Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
Here in just its third vintage, 2014 Chardonnay Sugar Shack is rich and deeply colored. Dried apricot, hazelnut, spice, chamomile, baked apple tart, candied orange peel and lightly honeyed noted are all signatures of a wine that is peaking. There's still plenty of density, so this may hang on for some time. All of the textural richness and oiliness of Sugar Shack is very much in evidence.Inc. VAT£178.13 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous (95-97)
The 2019 Chardonnay Sugar Shack balances the richness of this site with the cool nature of the year. Rich, oily and viscous, yet also incredibly gracious the Sugar Shack is arrestingly beautiful. Lemon confit, dried herbs, crushed rocks and tangerine oil open in the glass, but it is the wine's balance that carries the day.Inc. VAT£305.71 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chardonnay Sugar Shack is a classic Mark Aubert wine. Creamy and ample in feel, the 2021 is super-expressive right out of the gate. Soft, silky contours frame lemon confit, white flowers, tangerine oil and lightly honeyed overtones that appear with aeration. All the elements are so well balanced. The Sugar Shack is one of the more immediate wines in this range and will drink well pretty much upon release.Inc. VAT£170.93 -
(12x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£2,459.38 -
(1x75cl) 2012Inc. VAT£200.93 -
Inc. VAT£551.87 -
(12x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£2,058.58 -
(1x150cl) 2019Inc. VAT£549.47 -
The Wine Independent (96-98+)
The 2021 Chardonnay Powder House was tasted as a tank sample, due to be bottled in December 2022. It soars out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of peach cobbler, apple blossoms, and honeydew melon, leading to suggestions of persimmons, quince, spice cake, and almond croissant with a waft of honeycomb. Full-bodied, the palate is so fragrant and graceful, with a fantastic seamlessness and silken texture, leading to amazing length and depth on the finish of this gorgeous wine. This vineyard, on Goldridge soils near downtown Forestville, was planted in 2013. There are basically 2 clones, Hyde and Mt Eden, on 420 A & 114 rootstocks, and the row direction is due north.Inc. VAT£170.96 -
(12x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£2,191.78 -
Inc. VAT£1,450.54 -
(1x75cl) 2015Vinous (95)
A wine of impact and power, the 2015 Chardonnay UV-SL Vineyard captures the pure intensity and concentration of the year. Yields were down by a whopping 40%, and yet all the elements are impeccably balanced. Petrol, graphite and savory herbs open up with time in the glass, but the 2015 is naturally quite reticent and in need of time in bottle.Inc. VAT£668.18 -
Discover the exquisite Audeant Seven Springs Vineyard Chardonnay 2020. This masterpiece hails from the well-regarded terroir of Oregon in the USA. The Audeant winery, highly respected for their exceptional viticulture practices, craft this distinctive Chardonnay exclusively from their hillside plantation at the Seven Springs Vineyard. The wine undergoes careful fermentation and maturation in French oak barrels to enrich its complex character.
The Audeant Seven Springs Vineyard Chardonnay 2020 captivates with a concentrated palate of white peach, crisp green apple and limestone minerality beautifully balanced by a hint of toasted vanilla. Its vibrant acid profile concludes with an enduring finish that bears testimony to its distinguished lineage. An embodiment of the vintage, this elegant Chardonnay is acknowledged for its purity, intensity and age-worthiness, marking it as a must-have in any discerning wine collection.
Inc. VAT£849.40 -
(6x75cl) 2021Wine Advocate (98)
The austere and tight 2021 Selección de Parcelas Los Primos Chardonnay feels very young. It was harvested the second week of April, keeping very good freshness and acidity, with 13% alcohol, and there was part of the wine that he did not add any sulfur. He used 35% new 400-liter barrels, and the used ones are still 228-liter ones that eventually will be replaced with the used 400-liter ones in future years. There is great purity and symmetry; the oak is neatly integrated; and there's nuance, detail and a superb juiciness in the palate and citrus acidity that makes you salivate. The palate is dry and mineral, serious, less Meursault and more Chablis... It's persistent and long and has all the ingredients and balance between them to develop nicely in bottle. There was some frost, and only 3,480 bottles were produced. It was bottled in August 2022.Inc. VAT£637.09
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(6x75cl) 2018
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2018 Chardonnay EGW has gotten better and better in bottle since I first tasted it in 2020. It has soaring scents of persimmon, peach and apricot plus singular nuances of crème brûlée, autumn honey and panna cotta. The full-bodied palate is satiny and mouth-coating with kaleidoscopic flavors. Despite its power, vibrant acidity adds a shimmery feel, and it has an epically long finish. It’s notably youthful and has a long life ahead in the cellar.In Bond£550.00 -
Introducing the exquisite Alma Fria Campbell Ranch Chardonnay 2021, a stellar creation from the cool coastal climes of California's Sonoma County. Made by Alma Fria, a family-owned winery with a robust dedication to sustainability and nuanced wine craftsmanship. They masterfully cultivate their vines on the edge of the Pacific, with deft hands and insightful practices that extol respect for the land.
The 2021 vintage encapsulates this philosophy effortlessly. It is a beautifully complex blend, expressive of its surroundings and the particularly challenging yet rewarding weather conditions of that year. The Alma Fria Campbell Ranch Chardonnay 2021 captures the essence of the Campbell Ranch vineyard's unique terroir, delivering vibrant orchard fruit notes and hints of brioche.
They've produced a brilliant Chardonnay of subtle power, laced with hints of citrus, which develops a profound mineral freshness on the palate. The delicate use of oak adds a compelling creaminess and toasty finish. A distinguished choice for discerning wine connoisseurs.
In Bond£534.00 -
Exemplifying poised elegance, the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021 tantalises with an expertly balanced profile. Artfully crafted in the esteemed Uco Valley, Mendoza, the producers, spirited enthusiasts and dedicated winemakers, devote tremendous care into fostering this sublime Chardonnay. This exquisite wine displays an unyielding commitment to Old-World winemaking techniques: fermented and aged in French oak barrels for eight months, yielding a sophisticated complexity and hallmark vanilla accents. On the palate, the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021 graces us with a lavish honeyed texture instilled with vibrant tropical fruit flavours, underscored by subtle minerally cues, connoting Mendoza's unique high-altitude terroir. The finish is impressively long and coated in a nurturing creaminess, indubitably fortifying the wine's premium position. This is a testament to Alpasion's adept craftsmanship. Through the Alpasion Grand Chardonnay 2021, one journeys to the heart of Mendoza, savouring a glass brimming with Argentinean tradition and innovation. A stellar addendum for the discerning oenophile.
In Bond£837.00 -
Vinous (93)
(an 85/15 blend of sauvignon blanc and semillon): Bright, green-tinged yellow. Lovely perfume combines pungent lime skin, stone fruits, lemon drop and essential oils. Dense, sappy and opulent yet somehow weightless, conveying a powerful impression of energy to the flavors of nectarine, lime oil and honey. The semillon contributes roundness. Finishes sexy and long, in need of a year or so in bottle to develop more complexity. Always a splendid blend.In Bond£320.00 -
The Arnot Roberts Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is a stunning and exceptional fine wine from the esteemed Arnot Roberts winery. This variant encompasses the sophisticated craftsmanship of California’s prominent wine region. Made exclusively from 100% hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes from the illustrious Sanford & Benedict Vineyard, the wine exhibits the classic and refined hallmarks of this heralded vineyard. Unique nuances of the wine come from the cool marine climate and the diatomaceous earth soils of the region, imparting earthy undertones. Upon the palate, layered flavours develop an elegant minerality and refreshing acidity, exhibiting citrus zest, green apples, with a hint of creamy vanilla. Arnot Roberts lightly presses the grapes and employs native yeast fermentation in neutral French oak barrels, enhancing the wine's authenticity. Rest assured, each bottle of Arnot Roberts Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 offers an unparalleled experience for the discerning wine connoisseur.
In Bond£573.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
The Arnot Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay 2022 is a regal testament to the fine craftsmanship of Arnot Roberts, who has once again harnessed California's unique terroir to produce this exceptional wine. This offering is from the renowned Napa Valley, specifically the cool climate, southernmost tip which is ideal for Chardonnay. It distinguishes itself by a character neatly balanced between ripe fruit flavours and vibrant minerality.
The wine is masterly crafted from hand-harvested grapes, following a traditional approach with minimalist intervention. Fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts to amplify its natural vitality, and aged on the lees, it blossoms into an elegant expression of its origin. The wonderfully integrated oak influence is gracefully balanced with well-honed acidity, delivering delicate pear and citrus notes, dancing vivaciously on the palate.
Arnot Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay 2022 absolutely garners praise for its harmony and complexity, truly a choice wine to enjoy with discerning friends.
In Bond£457.00 -
Relish the fine symphony of the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits Blanches au Bouge 2020, a fine testament to Californian viticulture. Crafted in Santa Barbara County, under the seasoned expertise of pioneer winemaker Jim Clendenen, this white wine is an embodiment of finesse. The grapes, grown in the renowned Bien Nacido Vineyard, are meticulously sorted and feremented in French oak barrels, resulting in a harmonious blend of richness and vibrancy. On the nose, hints of citrus fruit merge seamlessly with toasty oak nuances; on the palate, expect structured minerality balanced with crisp acidity and a lingering finish. This iteration of Chardonnay resonates with the Au Bon Climat mantra - making wines of elegance and balance. Indulge in the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits Blanches au Bouge 2020, a wine that stands triumphant as a shining beacon of the producer's commitment to excellence.
In Bond£355.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2018 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is creamy and ample, with pretty floral notes that lend complexity. This is one of the richer, creamier wines readers will find from this part of the old-vine section of Sanford & Benedict. A few hours of aeration brings out gorgeous textural richness to play off the wine's natural brilliance.In Bond£800.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is a soft, open knit wine that captures the personality of this site so well. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, marzipan and lightly honeyed notes all run through the 2018. Soft, silky contours round out the finish.In Bond£800.00 -
Emanating from the famed Californian wine region, the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Santa Ynez Valley 2020 captivates the exactitude of exquisite Chardonnay crafting. Revered winemaker Jim Clendenen, the virtuoso behind Au Bon Climat, applies traditional French techniques for this special selection. Grown in the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley, the 2020 vintage offers a delicate melange of apple and citrus flavours, underscored by a gentle creaminess derived from judicious oak ageing.
Grapes for this gastronomic gem are handpicked and meticulously sorted to ensure top-tier quality. With limited production, the Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Santa Ynez Valley 2020 is a true treasure, oozing exquisite balance, testament to Clendenen's indefatigable commitment to excellence. This Chardonnay proves to be a superb statement of finesse, depth and complexity, deftly showcasing the exceptional terroir of Santa Ynez Valley.
In Bond£800.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
Vinous (93)
The 2015 White Hildegard Estate is quite exuberant in this vintage, largely the result of a growing season that lowered yields dramatically. Tangerine, almond, chamomile, wild flowers and lightly honeyed notes fill out the wine's ample frame effortlessly. Classy, polished and nuanced all the way, the 2015 will drink well with minimal cellaring. Time in the glass brings out an attractive floral side to the 2015 that is quite appealing.In Bond£482.47 -
Featuring a sublime balance of power and elegance, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is an extraordinary blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, this fine white wine represents the true prowess of esteemed winery, Au Bon Climat, fondly celebrated for their commitment to a Burgundian approach to winemaking.
With deep roots dating back to 1982, Au Bon Climat respects the idiosyncrasies of each grape cluster, crafting wines with patience and respect for natural processes. The Hildegard 2019 is barrel fermented and maintained 'sur lie' for as long as possible to retain its rich complexity. Vibrant acidity underlines luscious stone fruit and citrus notes, uplifting a full-bodied palate and culminating in a lasting finish.
Celebrating the intricate harmony of tradition and a pioneering spirit, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is a commendable addition to any connoisseur's collection.
In Bond£543.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (93)
A blend of 50% Pinot Gris, 45% Pinot Blanc, and the rest Aligoté, the 2020 Hildegard Estate White Blend has a richer yet still vibrant bouquet of stone fruits, toasted bread, honeysuckle, and spice. This carries to a medium-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant white with notable richness as well as freshness and balance. It's a beautiful white.In Bond£543.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020In Bond£2,169.00
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Vinous (98)
One of the highlights in this range, the 2017 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard is also the most gracious and lifted of Mark Aubert's Chardonnays. Lemon peel, white flowers, mint, chalk and white pepper give the wine lift and perfume. Delicate, understated and classy to the core, the Lauren has it all. The 2017 is a stunning wine. It's as simple as that. Don't miss it.In Bond£293.00 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous (93+)
One of the more explosive wines in the range, the 2012 Chardonnay Sugar Shack hits the palate with tons of depth and pure body. Readers who can put the wine aside for a few years should do so, as today the structure and intensity of the fruit are both incredibly intense. The style is rich, tropical, honeyed and voluptuous to the core. Sugar Shack emerges from a site in Rutherford, just outside St. Helena, planted by David Abreu with a Montrachet clone. This is the same wine that was labeled as Napa Valley in 2011. The vines are now seven years old. There is every reason to think the best lies ahead.In Bond£178.00 -
(1x75cl) 2014
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
Here in just its third vintage, 2014 Chardonnay Sugar Shack is rich and deeply colored. Dried apricot, hazelnut, spice, chamomile, baked apple tart, candied orange peel and lightly honeyed noted are all signatures of a wine that is peaking. There's still plenty of density, so this may hang on for some time. All of the textural richness and oiliness of Sugar Shack is very much in evidence.In Bond£145.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (95-97)
The 2019 Chardonnay Sugar Shack balances the richness of this site with the cool nature of the year. Rich, oily and viscous, yet also incredibly gracious the Sugar Shack is arrestingly beautiful. Lemon confit, dried herbs, crushed rocks and tangerine oil open in the glass, but it is the wine's balance that carries the day.In Bond£251.55 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chardonnay Sugar Shack is a classic Mark Aubert wine. Creamy and ample in feel, the 2021 is super-expressive right out of the gate. Soft, silky contours frame lemon confit, white flowers, tangerine oil and lightly honeyed overtones that appear with aeration. All the elements are so well balanced. The Sugar Shack is one of the more immediate wines in this range and will drink well pretty much upon release.Inc. VAT£166.80 -
(12x75cl) 2022In Bond£2,011.00
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(1x75cl) 2012In Bond£164.00
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In Bond£453.00
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(12x75cl) 2022In Bond£1,677.00
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(1x150cl) 2019In Bond£451.00
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The Wine Independent (96-98+)
The 2021 Chardonnay Powder House was tasted as a tank sample, due to be bottled in December 2022. It soars out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of peach cobbler, apple blossoms, and honeydew melon, leading to suggestions of persimmons, quince, spice cake, and almond croissant with a waft of honeycomb. Full-bodied, the palate is so fragrant and graceful, with a fantastic seamlessness and silken texture, leading to amazing length and depth on the finish of this gorgeous wine. This vineyard, on Goldridge soils near downtown Forestville, was planted in 2013. There are basically 2 clones, Hyde and Mt Eden, on 420 A & 114 rootstocks, and the row direction is due north.Inc. VAT£166.80 -
(12x75cl) 2022In Bond£1,788.00
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In Bond£1,195.00
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(1x75cl) 2015
Vinous (95)
A wine of impact and power, the 2015 Chardonnay UV-SL Vineyard captures the pure intensity and concentration of the year. Yields were down by a whopping 40%, and yet all the elements are impeccably balanced. Petrol, graphite and savory herbs open up with time in the glass, but the 2015 is naturally quite reticent and in need of time in bottle.In Bond£553.61 -
Discover the exquisite Audeant Seven Springs Vineyard Chardonnay 2020. This masterpiece hails from the well-regarded terroir of Oregon in the USA. The Audeant winery, highly respected for their exceptional viticulture practices, craft this distinctive Chardonnay exclusively from their hillside plantation at the Seven Springs Vineyard. The wine undergoes careful fermentation and maturation in French oak barrels to enrich its complex character.
The Audeant Seven Springs Vineyard Chardonnay 2020 captivates with a concentrated palate of white peach, crisp green apple and limestone minerality beautifully balanced by a hint of toasted vanilla. Its vibrant acid profile concludes with an enduring finish that bears testimony to its distinguished lineage. An embodiment of the vintage, this elegant Chardonnay is acknowledged for its purity, intensity and age-worthiness, marking it as a must-have in any discerning wine collection.
In Bond£672.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Wine Advocate (98)
The austere and tight 2021 Selección de Parcelas Los Primos Chardonnay feels very young. It was harvested the second week of April, keeping very good freshness and acidity, with 13% alcohol, and there was part of the wine that he did not add any sulfur. He used 35% new 400-liter barrels, and the used ones are still 228-liter ones that eventually will be replaced with the used 400-liter ones in future years. There is great purity and symmetry; the oak is neatly integrated; and there's nuance, detail and a superb juiciness in the palate and citrus acidity that makes you salivate. The palate is dry and mineral, serious, less Meursault and more Chablis... It's persistent and long and has all the ingredients and balance between them to develop nicely in bottle. There was some frost, and only 3,480 bottles were produced. It was bottled in August 2022.In Bond£513.00
