93 Points - Wine & Spirits. The Viré-Clessé appellation, located between Tournus and Mâcon, is the most recent of the Mâconnais region’s village appellations (1999), exclusively made from Chardonnay grapes. The vineyards, for the most part, are planted on hillsides, where a local type of soil derived from white limestone called “cray” can be found. This delicious Vire-Clesse is from one of Burgundy's finest. Predominant aromas of fine intense fruit, the nose reveals a touch of lemon, mango a

Niepoort’s Redoma Douro Branco is one of a new wave of delicious, high-altitude Portuguese whites. It's produced from a blend of native grapes - Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio - from old vines that are up to 80 years old. Careful vinification ensures that the wine’s freshness and vibrancy are preserved and that the complex blend of white fruits, green herbs, hints of vanilla, and mineral tones are kept in balance. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2024) Taste White gold, wit

90 Points - Wine Spectator. The vineyards for this excellent Saint-Véran are located in southern Burgundy’s Mâconnais region, and stretch out around the appellation of Pouilly-Fuissé. The southern part is located just next to Beaujolais, on the slopes of the famous Roche de Solutré and are ideally suited to the production of Chardonnay, which the appellation of Saint-Véran only produces. The nose reveals hints of smoke, followed by scents of fern and acacia, moving on to aromas of ripe fruit wit

"Francesco Montresor left a legal profession to take over the family estate, converting it from mixed agriculture to viticulture. The property, one of the oldest in Lugana, has 95ha in various plots in the Veronese part of the DOC, including vineyards directly overlooking Lake Garda. Creete is a toothsome late-picked, single-vineyard selection with a hint of tropical fruits and candied peel on the nose then a rich palate sustained by succulent acidity and a long, dry finish." Le Creete has aroma

90 Points - vwWine. The vines of Lamothe-Bouscaut thrive in the vicinity of the Garonne River, where they have flourished for an average of 35 years, rooted in deep clay soils with a limestone base. Nestled 200 meters above sea level, these vineyards boast a composition of 20% Semillon and 80% Sauvignon Blanc. Exhibiting a pale gold hue, the wine offers a fragrant bouquet that combines notes of asparagus, acacia, lemon, and toast. On the palate, it unfolds with opulent richness and a creamy text

Montagny, an appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy only make white wines and are a fuller style and offer great value for money. This Multi award winning wine from Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is from a small 1 hectare parcel of 28 year old vines, which are carefully hand picked to ensure selection of only the best quality fruit.  Beautifully balanced wine with a mineral, chalky nose with a touch of oyster shell and floral notes. Delicious on its own or paired with shellfish and fis

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. In the southernmost part of Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, the 392 hectares (969 acres) of Santenay’s vines take root on the first slopes of the Mont de Sene hill. The name of this appellation refers to Roman times when the village was renowned for its thermal baths and its natural spring, "Santinae aquae", meaning "healing water" in Latin. Notes  of white flowers (acacia) and opens on lemon and candied pineapple. The palate is rich and mineral with a nice salinity, whi

This is an utterly delicious white that tastes very much like barrel-fermented Chardonnay - perhaps from Burgundy. It is rich and sumptuous, with creme anglaise, pineapple, butter and delicate wood character. Intense, with a sustained, flavoursome finish. The wine's story makes it even more fascinating. When visiting friends in Zurich, Martin Meinert was introduced to a white wine made with Merlot grapes from Ticino - the southern, Italian, part of Switzerland. He loved it so much that he resolv

96 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater. A wonderful Burgundian style Chardonnay from a producer who carefully select fruit from Marlborough's top organic single vineyards to produce wines of great elegance and complexity. A polished, complex nose that leaps from the glass. Bursting with appealing grapefruit and peach aromas with complex notes of toasted sourdough, popcorn and white pepper lees influence. The most impressive thing about this wine is the poise, balance and restraint on the palate. It'

A luxurious, approachable and expressive version of Burgundy, not only because of its price but also because it’s ready to enjoy now. The wine is partially fermented and matured in French oak barrels for 8 months. The result is captivating, elegant and buttery. This wine features a lively, aromatic nose with predominant notes of white fruit and spices, underpinned by a subtle touch of oak and vanilla. Mineral on the palate with a good balance between acidity and roundness. A gem and exceptional

A sumptuous, rich, luxurious white from the shores of lake Garda. The Molceo Lugana Riserva evokes an abundance of ripe stone and citrus fruit and a rich, succulent texture. It's utterly delicious, with layer upon layer of flavour. Harvested and sorted predominantly by hand, this 100% Turbiana, the local name for Trebbiano di Lugana is a wonderful expression of the Lugana region. Awards / Wine Press Cambero Rosso - 3 Glasses

Gold Medal - Merano Wine Hunter. The Planeta Chardonnay has become the illustration of the changes in Sicilian wine. It was created from a wish to compete in the world production of this noble and widespread variety. After a long process beginning in 1985, today Planeta’s Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily. A rich light gold colour, deep but transparent, the pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness. A soft white wine supported by a refreshing note of acidity, with a slight mine

94 Points - Wine Enthusiast. J Vineyards bright and appealing Russian River Valley Chardonnay showcases the best of this classic cool-climate region. Aromas of citrus and orange blossom open with every swirl. Smooth and beautifully balanced, notes of yellow apple, meyer lemon and pear layer with suggestions of toasted macadamia and creamy almond. Hints of light toast and spice lift the fruit characteristics. The palate is rich, full and beautifully textured before finishing with a crisp and deli

Made in the 16th Century old property, the Planeta Cometa is made from some of the most beautiful southern Italian grapes, comparable with the great white wines of the world and the initial project of Planeta. Cometa is the very best expression in a unique and original way of the characteristics of this extraordinary vine. Intense and fruity aromas, its great structure and minerality today make it one of the most important white wines of southern Italy. Delicate aromas of camomile, hay, mango an

Domaine de Margüi can trace its roots back to Roman times through ruins and amphorae discovered in 2002. In 2017, the Domaine was fully renovated and became part of the Skywalker Vineyards collection. Château Margui, the Domaine's emblematic Cuvée, boasts a nose of white cherries and vine peaches, punctuated by light floral touches of honeysuckle. Dry in profile, it is smooth and silky on the palate with a polished texture, while the acidity is juicy, offering a wonderful sensation of freshness.

94 Points - Tasting Panel. Bonterra, a trailblazer in organic and Biodynamic farming, exemplifies its commitment with the Roost Chardonnay from Mendocino County. Crafted from biodynamic grapes sourced from the ROC Silver-certified Blue Heron Vineyard, this white wine aged for 14 months in French oak barrels offers delightful notes of apple pie, lemon blossom, and nutmeg on both the nose and palate. Its crispness, derived from a balanced acid structure, leads to a lingering finish with hints of

The most elegant wines of the Domaine, imbued with the terroir of the Saint Tropez peninsula, Cuvee Bastide Blanche Blanc is 100% Rolle, with 10% aged in oak barrels to impart a wonderful richness and round texture. Refreshing exotic fruits are intertwined with notes of vanilla and coconut, lingering with a hint of salinity. An exceptional white from the Cru Classé vineyards of Domaine de La Croix. Taste Transparent, very pale yellow wine reveals an enticing nose, boasting a delicate floral bouq

92 Points - Decanter. The Michel family has crafted wines in Chablis since the 19th century, passing down a rooted sense of excellence through generations. Their family vineyard, with 45-year-old vines on average, sits in the heart of the original Chablis terroir, within a two-kilometer radius of the winery's most prestigious parcels. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Decanter "Cool and linear, very good focus, with crisp apple acidity and mineral characters. Fine and elegant. A thoroughbred, needs

97 Points - Halliday Wine Companion / Halliday 5 Red Star Winery. Featured in Matthew Jukes 100 Best Australian Wines, while also receiving a score of 97/100 from the Halliday Wine Companion. Briar Ridge's Single Vineyard wines are produced in very limited quantities from their unique 'Dairy Hill' vineyard block, only when vintage conditions have yielded the highest standard of fruit quality. Pure Semillon fruit aromas of Kaffir lime leaf and lemongrass, a crisp refreshing palate of citrus fruit

Domaine François Chidaine is a renowned winery located in Montlouis-sur-Loire, in the heart of the Touraine region in the Loire Valley, France. The estate spans 45 hectares and is recognised for its exceptional production of wines made primarily from Chenin Blanc grapes. This biodynamic wine from Francois Chidaine, is a cornerstone of their vineyard, honey, apple, and citrus are key notes, for this Chenin Blanc with minerality in the finish. A wonderful expression of the grape for this region.

95 Points - James Halliday / Halliday 5 Red Star Winery. From the vineyard’s best block of Chardonnay, south facing and planted on a 450-million-year-old marine fossil ridge, matured for 15 months with 100% new French oak fermentation, the result is a powerful, decadent yet restrained Hunter Valley Chardonnay filled with complex savoury characters, white peach, and flinty aromas. Wine Press / Awards Halliday 5 Red Star Winery "Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and

This lovely 1er Cru Montagny from Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is simply incredible. Arguably one the best value for money premium burgundies, Montagny is often forgotten, yet as good as many white Burgundy wines. The terroir of Les Coères is composed of old vines with an average 60 years of age. Gleaming pale gold in colour, with good aromatic intensity on the nose offering rich aromas of white fruits and vanilla intermingled with marshmallow and patisseries. Impressive volume on the first palate.

A direct neighbour of the prestigious Meursault appelation, Auxey-Duresses is famous for both its whites as well as red wines. This Chardonnay, hand harvested and aged in 30% new oak barrels for 14 months, displays a freshness and generosity, with notes of honey, white flowers and citrus fruits.  About the Producer Domaine Decelle-Villa was started in 2008 when two distinguished winemakers from other regions of France decided to pool their talents and produce high quality Burgundy wines. Olivier

Most famous for its Pinot Noir, only 10% of the wines from Savigny-Lès-Beaune are made using Chardonnay. This Savigny-Lès-Beaune is sourced from the south facing sunny climats of 'Les Planchots' and 'Les Pimentiers'. Hand harvested and fermented using natural yeasts, this is a full bodied wine with exotic fruits and golden apple, a wine to savour in its youth.  About the Producer Domaine Decelle-Villa was started in 2008 when two distinguished winemakers from other regions of France decided to p