95 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Aged nine months in 100% neutral oak barrels, the 2023 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills offers crushed citrus, oyster shell, white flowers, and a kiss of salty minerality. It's medium-bodied, has remarkable purity, vibrant acidity, and a great finish. As I've written many times, this appellation release can stand toe to toe with any Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County. Drink: 2025-2035. (9/4/25)"
94 points James Suckling: "Flint and seashells set the stage for a vibrant, tactile chardonnay with pears, bruised apples and almond skin, a coiled pulse of acidity running through the finish. Drink or hold. (8/18/25)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "Shows harmony and intensity, with focused flavors of tangerine, Meyer lemon, lime and pomelo that are lovely at the core, plus aromatic notes of lemongrass, lemon thyme and oregano. A fresh thread of acidity and details of Himalayan sea salt gain momentum on the finish. Drink now. (11/30/25)"
92 points Billy Norris (Vinous): "[$40 list] The 2023 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills) is a blend of all the sites Brewer-Clifton works with. Crystal-clear, energetic and vibrant, the 2023 possesses an undeniable sense of place that is particularly impressive for an entry-level wine. Sea spray, lemon oil, ripe golden apple and spice gain intensity on the wide, supple close. This is beautifully persistent from start to finish. Drink 2025-2033. (Aug 2025)"
92 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$40 list] Wet riverstone and lime pith aromas meet with a light dairy element on the nose of this bottling. The palate is very grippy in texture, framing apricot and nectarine flavors that lead into a citrus pith finish. Alcohol 13.5%. (Oct 2025)"
94 points James Suckling: "Flint and seashells set the stage for a vibrant, tactile chardonnay with pears, bruised apples and almond skin, a coiled pulse of acidity running through the finish. Drink or hold. (8/18/25)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "Shows harmony and intensity, with focused flavors of tangerine, Meyer lemon, lime and pomelo that are lovely at the core, plus aromatic notes of lemongrass, lemon thyme and oregano. A fresh thread of acidity and details of Himalayan sea salt gain momentum on the finish. Drink now. (11/30/25)"
92 points Billy Norris (Vinous): "[$40 list] The 2023 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills) is a blend of all the sites Brewer-Clifton works with. Crystal-clear, energetic and vibrant, the 2023 possesses an undeniable sense of place that is particularly impressive for an entry-level wine. Sea spray, lemon oil, ripe golden apple and spice gain intensity on the wide, supple close. This is beautifully persistent from start to finish. Drink 2025-2033. (Aug 2025)"
92 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$40 list] Wet riverstone and lime pith aromas meet with a light dairy element on the nose of this bottling. The palate is very grippy in texture, framing apricot and nectarine flavors that lead into a citrus pith finish. Alcohol 13.5%. (Oct 2025)"
| Product SKU | 355965 |
| Producer | Brewer-Clifton |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Central Coast |
| Appellation | Sta. Rita Hills |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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