Haynes Vineyard Forgeron Coombsville Chardonnay 2021 Rated 97DM

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Decanter Magazine Review
Rated 97
Forgeron comes from a north-leaning parcel from old Wente Clone vines in diatomaceous earth in Coombsville. Winemaker Nico Cueva, formerly of Kosta Browne, uses a whole bunch press, all native yeast fermented, with sur lie ageing in neutral 500-2000-litre casks for 21 months of elevage. Expressive aromatics just leap out of the glass of pith lemon and lemon oil with grapefruit zest and wet stone mineral character with a hint of ginger and a kiss of fennel. MB on the palate offers the most bracing acid tension that has a salty-crushed stone quality about it. At the same time, the fruit profile is absolutely pure and focused and nicely delineated between citrus and stone fruits. There's just so much energy and tension to this wine, and the finish is exceedingly long, revealing more saline nuances, cool, wet slate and candied ginger with a sprinkling of white pepper—a commanding wine. Drinking Window 2025-2038.

Haynes Vineyard Forgeron Coombsville Chardonnay 2021

A precise, cool-climate Chardonnay, Forgeron's 2021 Haynes Vineyard bottling highlights Coombsville's volcanic-ash soils with tension, minerality, and refined fruit clarity.
Focused, elegant, and terroir-driven, it delivers purity and lift with unmistakable Haynes finesse.

Key Details

• Producer: Forgeron
• Vineyard: Haynes Vineyard
• Region: Coombsville, Napa Valley
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay, Old Vine
• ABV: 12.9%
• Style: Mineral-driven, cool-climate Napa Chardonnay

Tasting Notes

• Lemon zest, green apple, and white peach
• Citrus blossom, chamomile, and subtle florals
• Precise acidity with linear, focused structure
• Long, mineral-bright finish shaped by volcanic soils

Profile & Craft

• Sourced from Haynes Vineyard's cool, volcanic-ash terroir
• Minimalist winemaking to preserve purity and site expression
• Crafted for tension, clarity, and aromatic finesse
• A refined Chardonnay with modern Napa precision

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 50-55°F
• Pairs with seafood, poultry, salads, and citrus-driven dishes
• Excellent for cellaring or enjoying young for its vibrancy
• A crisp, mineral-focused Chardonnay built for elegance