2023 Lloyd
Chardonnay
Carneros, Napa County
94 Points - The Tasting Panel
The 2023 Lloyd Chardonnay is bold, buttery, and beautifully balanced, crafted from premium Sangiacomo Vineyards fruit in Carneros. Rob Lloyd’s partnership with this renowned grower ensures exceptional quality. Barrel fermentation, full malolactic fermentation, and oak aging create a creamy texture with tropical aromas of pineapple and mango, complemented by golden apple, citrus zest, and a toasty oak finish. Perfect with creamy pastas, lobster, or roasted chicken, this full-bodied Chardonnay is a tribute to classic California style. Serve slightly chilled and enjoy its rich character.
This Chardonnay pours a radiant golden hue, inviting you in with vibrant aromas of ripe pineapple, mango, and hints of caramel and vanilla. On the palate, it delivers a rich and creamy texture balanced by bright acidity, showcasing flavors of golden apple, citrus zest, and toasted coconut. The mouthfeel is lush and full-bodied, with layers of complexity from its oak aging, which imparts a touch of warm spice and a lingering toasty finish. This Chardonnay is beautifully balanced, seamlessly blending its bold, buttery character with a fresh and lively vibrancy.
Creamy pasta dishes like fettuccine Alfredo, buttery lobster tails, roasted chicken with herbs, seared scallops, grilled salmon, gourmet mac and cheese, rich mushroom risotto, and indulgent charcuterie boards featuring soft cheeses like Brie or triple cream
Sourced exclusively from the renowned Sangiacomo Vineyards - longtime partners and some of the most respected growers in California. Carneros, straddling Napa and Sonoma, is prized for its cool, fog-kissed mornings and sun-drenched afternoons. This coastal influence allows the grapes to ripen slowly, developing rich flavor while retaining natural acidity.
Crafted from 100% Chardonnay. The wine undergoes barrel fermentation and full malolactic fermentation, achieving its signature creamy, buttery texture. Aged for ten months in American oak and left on the lees until bottling, it develops a depth and complexity that elevate its bold character. This full-bodied Chardonnay epitomizes the vibrant, toasty, and rich style of classic California Chardonnay.