Warroom Cellar, Lapis Luna Chardonnay, California, USA, 2022

Formerly the head winemaker at star California name Bonny Doon, Nicole Walsh has 23 vintages under her belt. Her Lapis Luna Chardonnay (and Zinfandel) are eye-catching wines, and worth seeking out – both offering good value for money by using fruit from lesser-known California AVAs. This Chardonnay is 70% Mendocino, 15% Potter Valley and 10% Ukiah Valley. Aged in French oak for six months, the wine is round, spicy and rich in style, with yellow apple, lemon, honeysuckle and vanilla. Mix-six price: £11.99