Kongsgaard Chardonnay Napa Valley 2013

96 points Robert Parker: "The 2013 Chardonnay, which is already in bottle, displays nectarine, tangerine oil, crushed rock, earthy, full-bodied richness, and magnificent texture and length. This is just a stunner to drink over the next decade or so. (Dec 2015)"

95+ points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Orange blossom, mint, wild flowers and lightly tropical fruit open up in the 2013 Chardonnay. Rich, plus and beautifully layered throughout, the 2013 possesses dazzling texture through to the ample, creamy finish. Just as impressive from bottle as it was from barrel, the 2013 is a real knock-out. (Oct 2015)"

93 points Wine Spectator: "Lively, aromatic toasty oak is evident throughout, giving the vibrant pear, citrus, green apple and honeydew flavors a nice accent. Picks up body and depth, delivering a wonderful encore for the finish. Drink now. 2,000 cases made. (6/30/16)"

Producer notes: "Chardonnay 2013 Napa Valley has the honeyed citrus and stony high notes that lift the aroma, anticipating the palate, which explodes into an array of glorious impressions from peach and apricot to lemon rind to apple custard pie. From our first vintage in 1996, we have worked with the two kings of Carneros Chardonnay farming, Lee Hudson and Larry Hyde. The combination of these two nearly neighboring but very different vineyards consistently provides the perfect grapes for this remarkable wine, upon which we have established our international reputation."