2023 El Diablo Vineyard Chardonnay

High on Windsor Ridge, where morning light filters through the eastern hills of the Russian River Valley, El Diablo Vineyard offers a rare combination of energy and refinement. The vineyard’s east-facing exposure tempers the summer heat, allowing the fruit to ripen slowly and retain its hallmark verve. The 2023 vintage channels that signature tension and clarity. The nose opens with cool-toned aromas of Asian pear, crushed limestone, and lime leaf, layered with hints of grilled pineapple and sweet cream. The palate is electric yet composed, with bright acidity guiding flavors of green mango, yuzu, and a touch of marzipan. A gentle creaminess from the lees aging adds volume, while subtle notes of baked citrus and warm spice glide into a long, mineral-driven finish.

Peak drinking window: 2026 through 2035