Kongsgaard • Napa Valley, California
The Judge Chardonnay by Kongsgaard is a tiny-production, old‑vine Chardonnay from a rocky six‑acre family vineyard in Na…The Judge Chardonnay by Kongsgaard is a tiny-production, old‑vine Chardonnay from a rocky six‑acre family vineyard in Napa Valley’s Coombsville AVA, named in honor of John Kongsgaard’s father. Consistently among California’s most coveted an…Learn More »
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/750ml
2022 Retail Average
95
/100
2022 Pro Rating
Ripe citrus and white blossom glow through Kongsgaard The Judge Chardonnay 2022, wrapped in a luxurious, creamy texture that never feels heavy thanks to its bright line of energy and spice. Concentrated from the drought year yet remarkably poised, it layers lemon oil, tangerine, toasted nut and a subtle mineral edge into a long, quietly powerful finish.
Lobster with brown butter and lemon, roast chicken with morel mushrooms, seared scallops with corn purée
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The Judge Chardonnay by Kongsgaard is a tiny-production, old‑vine Chardonnay from a rocky six‑acre family vineyard in Napa Valley’s Coombsville AVA, named in honor of John Kongsgaard’s father. Consistently among California’s most coveted and highly rated white wines, it is known for its combination of immense concentration and oily richness with piercing acidity and a mineral, stony core, often showing layers of citrus oil, stone fruits, florals, honeyed notes, and pronounced but finely integrated French oak. Vintage after vintage it is regarde…