POST & BEAM CHARDONNAY 2023

POST & BEAM CHARDONNAY 2023 – California

California Chardonnay | Fresh, Elegant, and Beautifully Balanced

Region: California, USA
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Style: Fresh, fruit-driven, lightly oaked, and approachable

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Bright aromas of ripe pear, golden apple, citrus zest, and white peach, layered with subtle vanilla, toasted almond, and delicate baking spice.

Palate:
Fresh and vibrant, showing flavours of orchard fruits, lemon curd, and stone fruit, balanced by gentle oak influence and a soft creamy texture.

Structure:
Medium-bodied with refreshing acidity, balanced richness, and a smooth, polished mouthfeel.

Finish:
Clean, bright, and softly lingering with notes of citrus, vanilla, and light toast.

In Summary

Post & Beam Chardonnay is crafted by the renowned team behind Far Niente, offering a beautifully balanced and more approachable expression of California Chardonnay. The 2023 vintage delivers freshness and purity of fruit while maintaining elegance and restraint, avoiding excessive heaviness or oak.

This is a versatile and crowd-pleasing Chardonnay that combines richness with brightness, making it ideal both as an aperitif and alongside food.

Vintage Notes

The 2023 growing season in California benefited from cooler conditions and a longer ripening period, helping preserve freshness and aromatics while allowing for excellent fruit development. The resulting wines show balance, vibrancy, and excellent varietal expression.

Drinking Window

Now: Drinking beautifully with freshness and vibrancy
Peak: 2025–2028
Cellaring: Best enjoyed young to preserve fruit purity

Food Pairing

• Lobster, crab, and grilled prawns
• Roast chicken or turkey
• Creamy pasta dishes
• Seared scallops
• Soft cheeses and triple cream brie
• Grilled vegetables or mushroom risotto