- 100% Chardonnay
- Sourced from the La Carrière “The Quarry” Vineyard at Peter Michael’s Estate in Knights Valley AVA
- Planted in 1994
- Rocky, volcanic-origin rhyolite soils
- South-Southeast exposure
- 1,200-1,700 ft, elevation
- 100% native yeast
- 100% barrel fermented in 100% French oak
- Aged 12 months in French oak sur lies with weekly bâtonnage
- 15.2% abv
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Knights Valley
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-PMW-32-22 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
94
Date
2024-07-15
"The 2022 Chardonnay La Carrière is a deep, potent wine with real phenolic intensity. The low yields of the vintage are evident in this decidedly rich, structured Chardonnay. I would cellar the 2022 for at least a few years, as it is quite the powerhouse at this early stage. Hints of apricot, chamomile, lemon peel and white flowers fill out the layers nicely."
Wine Advocate
Score
96-98
Date
2024-02-29
"I tasted the 2022 Chardonnay La CarriŠre from tank on the day of its bottling. It has an alluring delicacy on the nose with soft scents of peach, apricot, meringue, toasted bread and honeysuckle with nuances of roasted almonds and flint. The palate combines a bright spine of acidity with a satiny texture and expansive, layered stone fruit and spice layers, and it has a very long finish. 1,503 cases will be made, and the La CarriŠre will be released in February of 2024. -Erin Brooks"
Wine Spectator
Score
96
Date
2024-05-01
"A stunning, lovely mix of marzipan and nougat, with notes of orange sherbet, lemon blossoms, salted toffee and peach preserves on an elegant, supple and smooth frame, with fresh acidity. Grace notes of lemon balm and lemon thyme, plus a touch of vetiver, add to the aromatic appeal and complexity. Drink now through 2037. From California.—M.W."