DuMOL Chardonnay 2023 “Wester Reach” Russian River Valley 94 Points

Lisa Perotti Brown (TWI, The Wine Palate) 94 Points: “The 2023 Wester Reach Chardonnay sails out of the glass with eager-to-please notes of fresh grapefruit and white peaches, followed by hints of lemon tart, cedar, and wet pebbles.  The medium-bodied palate is bright and refreshing with layers of orchard fruit flavors and a citrusy lift on the finish. This sees about 20% new oak.”

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points: “The appellation wine and calling card of the house, the 2023 Chardonnay Wester Reach is fresh on the nose, with notes of light flint, lime zest, bright flowers, white pepper, and green apples. It has a compact feel but with electric energy and a fantastic oily citrus texture on the finish. It’s a blend from five vineyards and was aged for 12 months in 20% new oak barrels. Drink 2025-2035.”

Winemaker Notes: “Soaring aromatic intensity blends white flowers, thyme, aniseed, ginger, and citrus fruits. The wine is wonderfully engaging with flavors akin to lime juice, white peach, hazelnut, and briny green olive. The palate is taut yet deep and resonant, with mineral acidity cutting through its natural richness and broad texture. It has great drive throughout and really fans out on the finish to leave a lingering echo of citrus oil and oyster shell intensity. Drink between 2025 and 2033.”