Palate
Since it is barrel fermented and sur-lie aged for 24 months, this Chardonnay has whiffs of granny smith apple pie and bright citrus fruit on the nose. Jackfruit, pineapple and lemon roll over the palate first, while the French oak expresses itself in notes of hazelnut, brioche and vanilla from the mid-palate through the finish. Soft, silky tannins and creamy lees provide a rich body to compliment the bright fruit and toasty oak of this vintage.
Growing Conditions
Prior to pressing our Chardonnay, the grapes sit on their skins for an hour or two to increase the wine’s color and tannin profile.
Aging
Our Chardonnay is barrel-fermented and aged on the lees for two years. We stir the lees at least once a month to contribute more flavor, aroma and texture. All of our Chardonnay also completes malolactic fermentation.
