92 Points Jeb Dunnuck
The 2021 Chardonnay Estate is a bright straw yellow hue and was aged for 10 months in 30% new French oak. It’s expressive on opening, with notes of honeysuckle, melon, fresh pear, and candied citrus. Medium to full-bodied, it’s juicy on the palate, with a lovely, elegant feel and a kiss of sweet fruit through the finish.
 
92 Points James Suckling
The nose is rich and powerful, with notes of preserved lemons, apricots, nectarines and flint. The palate is full-bodied and textured, with bright acidity and fresh notes of lemon curd, lime zest and biscuits. Made from multiple vineyards on this mountain estate with an average vine age of 25 years. Drink or hold.
 
94 Points Decanter
Rich nose of vanilla crème brûlée then focused but generous flavours of yellow apple, plum and banana giving sunshine and warmth. A light touch of reductive winemaking gives a struck match
and gunsmoke character to the finish, elegantly balancing the rich fruit.
 
91 Points Wine Spectator
Spice notes of nutmeg, cardamom and candied ginger give way to fresh and crisp lemon, apple and pomelo flavors, with accents of pear pastry and marmalade, plus a hint of wintergreen. Impressive for the complexity and harmony on the finish. Drink now. 2,434 cases made.
 
Winemaker Notes
As a blend of our best Chardonnay vineyard sites, the Estate bottling is always one of the most compelling illustrations of our Mountain Estate. This wine is blended with discerning precision, balancing aromatic intrigue, texture, and the Mayacamas’ signature structural elements into a pure reflection of the vintage. The 2021 is a fusion of fruit and floral aromas, highlighted by chamomile, lemon meringue, sweet ginger, and poached pear. This wine is acid-driven, with a generous mid-palate and length, and a lingering freshness, including flavors of lemon, spiced almond, and nutmeg.