The 2024 Chardonnay waltzes out with showy scents of baked apples, juicy peaches, and pear tart, leading to an undercurrent of beeswax, fresh ginger, and orange blossoms. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate delivers lovely purity with a silky texture and plenty of freshness to match the honey-kissed orchard fruit flavors, finishing on a gingery note. – Lisa Perrotti-Brown