Ferren Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Zephyr Farms Vineyard 2022

Coming from a cooler and later ripening site the 2022 Chardonnay Zephyr Farm Vineyard has such a sense of place with its coastal and vibrant feel. It has a savory touch that I love with a fantastic freshness and the palate is bright and focused with a great compact feel. And while it has the electricity I come to expect from this site there’s just a touch more rounded opulence to even things out so it isn’t austere finishing with notes of delicate oak spice. Founded by winemaker Matt Courtney and his longtime friend David Wherritt Ferren focuses on single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the far Sonoma Coast. They had initially set out to be a Pinot Noir house but they now produce an equal amount of Chardonnay and the wines don’t disappoint. The whites are textural balanced and highly expressive across the board.  98pts JD