Marchiori & Barraud Chardonnay 2023

The 2019 Marchiori & Barraud Chardonnay is noted for its intense and velvety texture with a smooth blend of oak and fruit. It features sweet peach, pineapple, and overripe pear flavors, complemented by cream and honey undertones.

This Chardonnay presents a luminous straw hue, indicative of its youthful vibrancy. On the nose, it unfurls a sophisticated bouquet of ripe Meyer lemon, white peach, and a whisper of honeysuckle, underscored by deftly integrated nuances of toasted almond and subtle vanilla from judicious oak aging. The palate is a harmonious interplay of creamy texture and precise acidity, offering a tapestry of citrus and stone fruit flavors, with a mineral backbone that speaks to its terroir. The finish is elegantly persistent, with a delicate hint of spice, marking this wine as a benchmark for refined New World Chardonnay.