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 from Davenport Vineyard
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; malolactic fermentation was suppressed
BARREL REGIME:
Aged on the lees for 9 months on 50% new French Oak
ALCOHOL:
14%
TA:
5.33 g/L
PH:
3.94
BOTTLING DATE:
July 1, 2021
CASES PRODUCED:
270
In 2020, the Edna Valley experienced a slower start to summer, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly. The region saw much warmer temperatures later on in the season, which allowed accelerated ripening, making a unique vintage with bolder characteristics.