| Rating | 98 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Appellation |
Moon Mountain District Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $125.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2026-07-21 |
Perfect For
Holiday Meals, Long-Term Aging, Special Occasion Splurges
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc , Fiano
Far Mountain Bresa Chardonnay 2021 Review
A new American classic has descended from Far Mountain and into our lives. This beautiful wine is the result of an experiment that isolated a historic vineyard just below the peak of California’s Bald Mountain, a complex terrain sitting on a ridge between Napa and Sonoma. It sees 100 percent new oak, but you would never know it, as the high natural acidity fully integrates the oak into the wine's structure.
Focused subtlety defines the nose with quiet hints of sweet, ripe pears sliced and flecked with tamarind. There is a quiet yet persistent hint of salty homemade butter. The mouthfeel is a study in balance — bringing together ripe fruit, creamy texture, and focused acidity. It sits on the palate like a calm lake. This wine will age forever but can absolutely be sipped now.
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