Chardonnay "Estate", DuMOL, Russian River Valley, CA, 2023

James Suckling

Laser-focused on citrus flavors and offering brilliant, bracing acidity that makes it feel so linear and fresh. Lemon zest, lime curd and a bit of green apple freshness, then chalky minerals and white pepper as you keep sipping. An amazingly fresh wine with a low pH more likely in a German riesling. Drinkable now, but best from 2029.