Diatom Chardonnay from Santa Barbara is a highly rated white wine that showcases a pure and precise expression of the varietal. This wine is crafted with no oak aging, instead fermented at very low temperatures in stainless steel tanks to ensure a pleasing balance across acidity, texture, and body.

The wine pours a medium gold color with elegant aromas of citrus and wild flowers. On the palate, it reveals sleek flavors of white peach, lemon, green apple, pineapple, and ripe pear, complemented by ginger, pomelo, and lime zest. These fruit-forward notes are balanced by mouthwatering acidity and subtle details of white peppercorn, dried tarragon, and a whiff of sea spray. The wine shows plenty of body with striking restraint, balance, and complexity throughout.

This Chardonnay has received exceptional critical acclaim, earning 94 points from JebDunnuck.com and Vinous, 93 points from Wine Spectator, Decanter, and James Suckling. At 14.5% alcohol by volume, it makes a perfect pairing for spicy cuisine, coastal dishes, seafood such as scallops or shrimp, and is ideal for almost any summer occasion.