Peter Michael 'Ma Belle-Fille' Chardonnay, Knights Valley, USA 2023

‘Ma Belle-Fille’ Chardonnay 2023, Knights Valley, California

A benchmark California Chardonnay that combines extraordinary richness with the precision and energy of a great hillside vineyard. Sourced from Peter Michael’s high-elevation estate in Knights Valley, the 2023 delivers remarkable concentration while retaining freshness and finesse. Beautifully perfumed with honeysuckle, jasmine and fresh flowers, it unfolds into layers of Meyer lemon, ripe peach, quince, vanilla cream and subtle baking spice. Barrel-fermented and aged on its lees in 100% French oak, the wine offers a luxurious, silky texture balanced by vibrant acidity and a remarkably long finish.

"Coming from the highest vineyard site of the Chardonnays, planted between 1999 and 2000, the 2023 Chardonnay Ma Belle Fille has a bright straw/yellow hue. The nose opens to lifted notes of white pepper, quince, poached green apples, and fresh flowers. The palate is full but nimble, with a more mid-weight feel. It’s finessed and is long on the palate, with an elegant, silky texture." Jeb Dunnuck 98