Chardonnay "Post & Beam", Carneros, Napa Valley, CA, 2023

The 2023 Post & Beam by Far Niente Chardonnay, Carneros (Napa Valley, CA) received generally positive professional reviews, with scores clustering around 90–93 points.

Professional consensus: ~91 points average (based on the three listed major scores).

Style profile

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Alcohol: 14.3% ABV
• Style: Modern California Chardonnay — ripe fruit with controlled oak influence and bright acidity
• Typical flavors: Golden apple, pear, peach, melon, lemon curd, vanilla, cream, tropical fruit, subtle minerality

Overall assessment: A strong 90–93 point, premium-value Carneros Chardonnay aimed at drinkers who enjoy polished Napa-style Chardonnay: generous fruit, creamy texture, oak character, but enough acidity to keep it fresh. It appears best suited for drinking now through the next few years rather than long-term cellaring.