The luminous bouquet of white peach, lemon cream, kumquat preserves, Bosc pear, honeydew, Granny Smith apple skin, lemon peel and chamomile is mouth-watering and compelling. Brilliant and juicy on the palate the Zellerbach Chardonnay exudes complementing notes of tangerine, green pear, pink grapefruit and lemon drops. The gorgeous, sunshine-bright finish is long and absolutely delightful.
94 points | James Suckling
Aromas of flint, toast, orchard fruit and green apples. The palate is energetic, racy and medium-bodied, with vibrant acidity and an almost salty finish. A pure expression of chardonnay with no malolactic fermentaion, aged in 100% stainless steel. Delicious. Drink or hold.— James Suckling
94 points | Wine Enthusiast
Zippy aromas of tropical citrus and pineapple bounce around on the nose of this unoaked Chardonnay, while the palate delivers tangy tangerine, tart apple and pithy lemon peel flavors, with echoes of jasmine and herb mélange on the finish. — Tom R. Capo
93 points | Vinous
A bottling from younger vines, the 2023 Chardonnay The Zellerbach Selection is terrific. Lemon oil, white flowers, chalk and mint are all beautifully lifted in the glass. This translucent, vibrant Chardonnay has a ton to o!er. It spent six months in oak, all neutral, and did not undergo malolactic fermentation, choices that preserve notable energy. Light tropical overtones linger on the close. — Antonio Galloni
90 points | Wine Spectator
Offers a fragrant mix of orange blossom, honeysuckle and candied lemon peel notes. Mango, lemon and pear flavors are juicy and bright, with a touch of salted Marcona almond on the finish. Drink now. 175 cases made. — MaryAnn Worobiec
