Walter Hansel 2023 Chardonnay “Estate” Russian River Valley 94 Points

FMW 94 Points: “Gorgeous aromas jumping out of the glass. The 2023 Estate Chardonnay displays a bright yellow-golden color, offering up flavors of honey, melon, and hints of tropical fruit. The youngster is full-bodied, showcasing a very elegant profile on the palate. Throughout the palate, the wine offers up silky texture and hints of minerality. A very elegant, wine that will please both the palate as well as your wallet.”

Jeb Dunnuck: “Coming from different selections throughout this 80-acre ranch’s vineyards, the  Chardonnay The Estate Vineyard is a bright medium yellow color and is ripe with aromas of golden apples, ripe peach, tangerine, and baking spice. Full-bodied, it’s sunny and generous on the palate, with a creamy texture and a decadent feel. It’s well-balanced and will show its best over the next 4-5 years.”

Winery Notes: “The Estate Chardonnay is a blend of all of the blocks in the Hansel Estate Vineyard. It shows the diversity of expositions and closes that the site offers.”