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8.8
$125

Peter Michael Ma Belle-Fille Chardonnay 2020

Producer: Peter Michael Winery
Region: Knights Valley, USA
Chardonnay

Vintage

2020

Critic Score

8.8/10

Vivino

4.6/5

Flavor Profile

Lemon CurdBriocheHoneysuckleMineralWhite Peach

Reviews (1)

9.2
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Knights Valley Chardonnay perfection - honeyed richness meets electric minerality.

Remarkable precision from Knights Valley's volcanic soils. Honeysuckle bursts forward, followed by concentrated lemon curd and ripe white peach. Brioche notes emerge from masterful oak integration - toasted but never heavy. Mineral backbone cuts through the richness like a blade. Texture astounds: creamy yet vibrant, with electric acidity driving the lengthy finish. Each sip reveals new layers - crushed stones, wet limestone, candied citrus peel. The 2020 vintage captures Peter Michael's vision perfectly: power without weight, richness without excess. This drinks beautifully now but will develop extraordinary complexity over the next decade. A benchmark California Chardonnay that justifies every penny of its price.

Meyer lemon curdAcacia honeyToasted briocheWet limestoneCandied white peachCrushed oyster shell

🍷 You collect California's finest whites and appreciate when power meets elegance in perfect harmony.

Pairs with: Lobster thermidor, Roasted monkfish with brown butter, Aged Comté cheese, Seared scallops with cauliflower purée

About the Producer

Peter Michael Winery

Knights Valley estate. Bordeaux and Burgundy varieties. Founded 1982 by Sir Peter Michael.

About the Region

Knights Valley, USA

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