This pristine Chardonnay offers a fresh bouquet full of citrus, apple, pineapple and pear. The restrained, yet elegant oak influence imparts notes of almond and vanilla while a balanced acidity highlights the citrus notes on the palate. This wine finishes softly, allowing the beautiful balance of fruit and acidity to shine.
APPELLATION:
Edna Valley
VINEYARD SOURCE:
Clone and single block selections
VINEYARD CERTIFICATION:
SIP Certified Sustainable
CLONES:
Clone 76
SOILS:
Diablo series, clay loam, rocky marine sediment, volcanic remnants
HARVEST DATES:
October 2020
FERMENTATION:
100% barrel fermented on 50% new French Oak;
BARREL REGIME:
Aged on the lees for 9 months on 50% new French Oak
ALCOHOL:
13.9%
TA:
6.8 g/L
PH:
3.4
BOTTLING DATE:
June 2021
CASES PRODUCED:
199
The 2020 growing season featured a mild start to summer which allowed the grapes to ripen slowly. The region saw much warmer harvest temperatures which helped accelerate ripening and bring the grapes’ natural acidity into beautiful balance.