Freemark Abbey Chardonnay 2022 (75cl, 14.5%)

A barrel-fermented Chardonnay from Napa Valley, California, made by Freemark Abbey Winery. The 2022 vintage draws 60% of its fruit from Carneros and 40% from Coombsville, and the wine was barrel-fermented in 43% new French oak with partial malolactic fermentation. The nose shows Honeycrisp apple, warm brioche, white flowers and Meyer lemon zest, with measured oak toast. The palate is juicy with ripe Anjou pear and tropical fruit, then hazelnut, vanilla and gentle oak spice, balanced by vibrant acidity. The finish carries toasted hazelnut and citrus pith, with lingering minerality.