Pouring a bright straw/yellow hue, the 2024 Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard Isobel comes from a lower-yielding vintage with pristine salted pineapple, peach, candied citrus, and subtle vanilla notes. It’s open, silky, and fresh, with moderate alcohol and lovely immediacy. Drink 2026-2028.

(94+ points) The 2024 Chardonnay Isobel Charles Heintz Vineyard matured for 11 months in barrel plus four months in stainless steel. The nose is bursting with perfumed apricot, quince and lemon peel and accents of oyster shell and matchstick. The medium-bodied palate has a silky texture and saline-laced flavors. It’s balanced by succulent acidity and has a long, nuanced finish. It opens dramatically with air and will benefit from a few years in the cellar. 750 cases were made.

The 2024 Chardonnay Isobel Charles Heintz Vineyard is a classic wine off this ranch, perhaps a bit understated because of the decision to pick early, but full of character nonetheless. Apricot, lemon confit, white pepper, slate, oyster shell and sage are all sculpted in the glass. This is impeccably done.