2022 Chardonnay Edward James Estate
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Matured for 18 months in 38% new French oak, the 2022 Chardonnay Edward James Estate has alluring scents of apple pie and honey. The medium-bodied palate is luxuriously satiny and flavorful. It’s balanced by refreshing acidity and has a long, flavorful finish streaked with spice. 490 cases produced.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2022 Chardonnay Edward James Estate was named after Paul’s grandparents on his father’s side and originates in a vineyard planted entirely to Hyde Wente clone of Chardonnay. It was raised in French oak for 18 months on the lees. In the glass, it’s highly expressive and layered with aromas of toasted spice, incense, honeysuckle, quince, and preserved citrus. Medium to full-bodied, it has a fantastic, long, supple texture with a linear, crystalline feel, great, evenly fresh acidity, and a salty, mouthwatering finish. This is my favorite of the white wines at this tasting. Drink 2025-2037. 490 cases were produced.
The 2022 Chardonnay Edward James Estate is laced with apricot, white peach, mint, slate and white pepper. Aromatic and also beautifully layered, the 2022 offers terrific depth and complexity. It’s a complete, understated Chardonnay to enjoy over the next handful of years.
About the producer
Paul Hobbs is one of California wine’s biggest names. Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, he joined Robert Mondavi in 1977, worked at Opus One and Simi before setting up his eponymous winery in 1991.