Fess Parker Fess Parker Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2024 750ml

The 2023 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County) soars from the glass with striking aromatics. Hints of apricot, lemon peel, white flowers and crushed rocks follow. Effortless and gracious, the 2023 is a winner. The blend of sites picked at different levels of ripeness yields a Chardonnay of notable complexity, while a touch of Hungarian oak adds an attractive spicy character.

The 2024 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County) gives the impression of a basket of tropical fruit covered in flaky' sea salt. Passion fruit, papaya and banana unfurl on the rounded, supple frame, grounded by notable mid-palate weight. There's real character here, especially for $20.<br/><br/>

Plush in texture yet with lively acidity, this approachable chardonnay evokes notes of lemon meringue, ripe pineapple, graham cracker, dried ginger and white tea. It's open-knit, balanced and enjoyable in the short term. Drink now.