Dunites Chardonnay SLO Coast Cuvee Windward 2023

From the hands of a revered producer in California’s coastal San Luis Obispo AVA, the Dunites Chardonnay SLO Coast Cuvée Windward 2023 shines bright in a superb vintage. This special cuvée, crafted from select, wind-swept vineyards, is a magnificent and serious expression of its coastal origins. The 2023 vintage has been met with resounding critical praise, earning a superb 94 points from Jeb Dunnuck, who hailed it as a “fantastic Chardonnay” with “notes of white peaches, crushed stone, and citrus oil,” and a strong 93 points from Vinous for its “vibrant, and elegant” character.

In the glass, this Chardonnay pours a brilliant golden hue, hinting at a palate of remarkable depth and grace. The bouquet is a captivating blend of ripe white peaches, green apples, and lemon curd, gracefully seasoned with subtle notes of white flowers and an invigorating hint of crushed stone. On the palate, the wine is both vibrant and full-bodied, with a lively core of fruit framed by a racy acidity and a remarkable textural presence. The long, clean, and beautifully detailed finish is a clear marker of its exceptional quality. This is a wine that delivers a genuine, unadulterated taste of a classic white Burgundy at a tremendous value.