Forman Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA 2023

Chardonnay 2023 is a brilliant reflection of Ric Forman’s classic Napa Valley winemaking philosophy favoring balance, restraint, and terroir expression over excess. Aromas of Meyer lemon, green apple, white peach, and citrus blossom are accented by subtle notes of hazelnut, wet stone, and delicate oak spice. The palate is vibrant and beautifully textured, combining crystalline acidity with remarkable precision and a lingering mineral-driven finish. Fermented and aged with a light touch, the 2023 avoids the opulence often associated with Napa Chardonnay, instead delivering elegance, freshness, and complexity reminiscent of fine white Burgundy. A sophisticated and age-worthy Chardonnay from one of Napa Valley’s pioneering craftsmen.