93 Points James Suckling
This generous, buttery and spicy wine is sourced from several parts of Napa Valley and brings gorgeous richness to the nose, palate and finish. Elements of brown butter, marzipan, toasted almonds and poached pears flood the flavors, with vanilla bean and a touch of sweet coconut. Barrel fermented in 36% new French oak, it’s full-bodied and nicely viscous in texture. Drink or hold.
92 Points Wine Enthusiast
Layers of pleasing and mouthwatering flavor -- spiced apples and baked pairs with accents of lemon cream and cloves. A creamy mouthfeel carries a generous wine that's full of length and humming persistence.
92 Points Wine Spectator
Offers ripe, plump notes of salted melon, pear, peach pastry and lemon curd. Details of pineapple, baked apple and orange blossoms add intrigue, and a bright, fresh thread of acidity keeps the flavors fresh and in focus, gaining spice and white tea hints on the finish. Drink now.
92 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The Jayson Chardonnay rolls out of the glass with seductive scents of ripe apricots, honeydew melon, apple pie and poached pears with hints of cedar, honey toast and crushed cashews. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of spicy apple and pear-inspired flavors with a satiny texture and refreshing burst on the finish.
Winemaker Notes
Our 2022 Jayson Chardonnay achieves a beautiful equilibrium of richness, buoyancy, and intricacy. Aromas of sweet Meyer lemon, crushed almond, and grilled pineapple lead to a concentrated palate of bright lemon curd and orange blossom honey underscored by fresh pear and toasted nuttiness with a hint of baking spice. The texture is classic Pahlmeyer, plush and detailed, while the presence of bright Carneros fruit brings energy and litheness. Flavors are lifted and extended on a spine of bright acidity, the lingering finish striking an ideal balance between opulence and mouthwatering freshness.
