| Rating | 96 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation |
Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.8% |
| Price | $80.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2026-07-21 |
Perfect For
Dinner With The Parents, Holiday Meals, Long-Term Aging
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc , Grenache Blanc
Garden Creek Estate Clonal Selection Chardonnay 2022 Review
Garden Creek has been crafting fiercely independent boutique wines in the Anderson Valley since the 1960s. Some of the estate’s vines are still actually from that time. This is a unique style of Chardonnay that combines six different clones, each individually fermented in French oak. The result is an extremely well-made wine that will not leave your memory any time soon. The nose is subtle and buttery, with a hint of savory herbs and spices. The palate is the hero with an amazing medium-fruit depth, and just the right amount of acid to lift the wine. Wonderful.
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