Today's Wine Review
2023 Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay "Walker Hill Vineyard"
Winery: Dutton Goldfield
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Walker Hill Vineyard"
Wine Category: Chardonnay
Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Green Valley
State or country: CA
Price: $60
Cases produced: 252
KWG Score: 93 (based on 1 review)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)
Review date: December 1, 2025
Wine Review: This clear and light straw-colored Chardonnay from Dutton Goldfield is very good. It opens with a mild pineapple and lemon bouquet with hints of golden delicious apple and lime. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, and savory. The flavor profile is a gentle green apple and medium oak blend with notes of pineapple and lemon. I also detected hints of butter and green tea. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity drift away nicely. I would pair this Chardonnay with Maryland crab cakes. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: This wine opens with an alluring bouquet of golden apple, lemon bar, and delicate apple blossom, inviting you in with its bright and sunny character. On the palate, it delivers a lively interplay of citrus zest and orchard fruit, featuring pithy lemon, ripe apple, and a floral touch of honeysuckle. The vibrant acidity lends a refreshing lift, balancing the wine's texture and enhancing its complexity from start to finish. Perfect for pairing, it shines alongside a creamy butternut squash risotto with crispy prosciutto, butter-lemon halibut, Tuscan-style braised chicken, or a selection of hard, salty cheeses.
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