We can’t say enough things about the wines at Walter Hansel. These are some of the best spot-on examples from California, and we have just a case of this late release from the Estate Vineyard. Walter Hansel has done very well for himself; he owns several car dealerships in Northern California and a beautiful bistro. Wine, for him, is fun and meant to be enjoyed by all; that is why he believes in making it affordable despite what his accountants say. His philosophy is refreshing in a market where wines get more expensive every vintage. His 2018 Russian River Estate Chardonnay is flat-out gorgeous and is one of our top annual picks for the best buys in Chardonnay. 2018 is another fantastic effort and is showing very well with some extra time in the bottle. If Chardonnay is your go-to, we recommend grabbing some of this!
Wine Advocate (Erin Brooks) 93 points! "The 2018 Chardonnay Estate comes from vines planted in 1976 and 1989. It has an open-knit nose of warm apples, dried hay and soft herbal touches. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated and savory with opposing mineral streaks and bright freshness, and it finishes long and layered. 1,133 cases produced."
Antonio Galloni 92 points! "Hansel's 2018 Chardonnay The Estate Vineyard is absolutely gorgeous. In 2018, The Estate has an extra kick of freshness and energy that marries well with the Russian River exuberance that is so typical of these wines. The Estate is the most vibrant and floral of these Chardonnays. It is also a fabulous value in today's world."
2018 Walter Hansel Chardonnay Estate Russian River
2018 Walter Hansel Chardonnay Estate Russian River
We can’t say enough things about the wines at Walter Hansel. These are some of the best spot-on examples from California, and we have just a case of this late release from the Estate Vineyard. Walter Hansel has done very well for himself; he owns several car dealerships in Northern California and a beautiful bistro. Wine, for him, is fun and meant to be enjoyed by all; that is why he believes in making it affordable despite what his accountants say. His philosophy is refreshing in a market where wines get more expensive every vintage. His 2018 Russian River Estate Chardonnay is flat-out gorgeous and is one of our top annual picks for the best buys in Chardonnay. 2018 is another fantastic effort and is showing very well with some extra time in the bottle. If Chardonnay is your go-to, we recommend grabbing some of this!
Wine Advocate (Erin Brooks) 93 points! "The 2018 Chardonnay Estate comes from vines planted in 1976 and 1989. It has an open-knit nose of warm apples, dried hay and soft herbal touches. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated and savory with opposing mineral streaks and bright freshness, and it finishes long and layered. 1,133 cases produced."
Antonio Galloni 92 points! "Hansel's 2018 Chardonnay The Estate Vineyard is absolutely gorgeous. In 2018, The Estate has an extra kick of freshness and energy that marries well with the Russian River exuberance that is so typical of these wines. The Estate is the most vibrant and floral of these Chardonnays. It is also a fabulous value in today's world."
