Miner Family Winery Chardonnay 2023
(Napa Valley, California) - [JS 90] [WP 90]

About the Winery:
Miner is a dynamic family-owned winery tucked along the eastern hills of the Oakville appellation in the heart of Napa Valley. Founded in 1998 by Dave and Emily Miner, Miner Family Winery crafts reserve-style wines by sourcing fruit from Napa Valley and other specially selected California vineyards.

Our winemaking team uses a combination of old world winemaking techniques and modern technology to make wines that reflect the unique characteristics of individual vineyards or “terroir” where specific varietals grow best. This fusion of superb vineyard sites and thoughtful winemaking allows Miner to deliver elegant, expressive wines.

About the Wine:
Sourced from low-yielding vineyards in Napa Valley, our Chardonnay is characterized by crisp apple, ripe melon and citrus flavors gently balanced with toasty French oak.

Our winemaker uses a malolactic fermentation in moderation to retain the wine’s bright acidity. More than a decade after Chardonnay put us on the map, this wine remains a classic.

Technical Information:
Appellation: Napa Valley, 100% Chardonnay
Vineyards: Bravo Zulu, Hyde, Genny’s & Rafael Vineyards
Harvest: September 28th - October 17th, 2023; picked at 21.9-24.1 Brix
Fermentation & Aging: aged 10 months; 30% new French oak; 40% stainless steel; 50% malolactic fermentation
Analysis: Alcohol 13.5%, pH 3.82, TA .54
Production: 4,400 cases
Bottled: June 24th, 2024
Release Date: Fall 2024

Ratings & Reviews

90 Points - James Suckling:
"The nose is pure and focused, with aromas of Meyer lemons, graham crackers and kaffir limes. The palate is full-bodied with fresh acidity, showing notes of grapefruit pith, orange blossoms and talcum powder. Drink now." -Jim Gordon (Sep 2024)

90 Points - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Palate:
"The 2023 Napa Valley Chardonnay bursts with gregarious notes of baked apples and ripe, juicy peaches, leading to hints of cedar, lightly browned toast, and crème brûlée. The medium-bodied palate is silky textured with a lively backbone lifting the spicy orchard flavors on the finish. Drinking Window: 2025-2028."

Wine Spectator:
"Fresh peach, pear and citrus notes are firm and structured, with solid acidity. A touch of toasted, salted hazelnut is a backbone to the details of orange sherbet and Fuji apple. Drink now. 4,400 cases made."