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Big toasted oak, marshmallow, pear, pineapple, and buttery aromas. Our El Gordo Chardonnay has a rich, creamy mouthfeel with flavors of dried apricot, vanilla and a touch of nuttiness. This golden hued and full bodied wine has an oaky sweetness and is smooth, and silky. Flavors of honey and cotton candy are prevalent throughout the wine as well as on the finish.
APPELLATION:
Edna Valley
VINEYARD SOURCE:
Orcutt Road, Jack Ranch Vineyard
HARVEST DATES:
October 5, 2021 – October 21, 2021
FERMENTATION:
Cold tank fermented at 58˚F for 4-6 weeks
BARREL REGIME:
Aged on the lees for 9 months on 50% new French Oak
ALCOHOL:
14.8%
TA:
5.55 g/L
PH:
3.71
BOTTLING DATE:
July 12, 2022
CASES PRODUCED:
299
The 2021 growing season featured a mild summer which allowed the grapes to ripen slowly. Heat waves and rain spells were limited, and the harvest was slow and cool. As a result, this vintage shows exceptional quality and elegance.
