Palate
This chardonnay has a soft approach with noticeable but balanced acidity on the finish. Aromas of crisp apples, lemon preserves, and wet stone lead to flavors of fresh pineapple and yellow plum, with a whisper of roasted hazelnut.
Growing Conditions
The 2022 growing season was one we’d like to see every
year. We had a mild but sunny spring, plenty of sun and heat
throughout the summer, and a substantial drought extending
from mid-June through mid-August. We harvested early for
the sparkling wines, and that fruit showed great development
and chemistry. We had little rain in September, so disease
pressure remained lower than usual until mid-October. We
were burdened with more rain than was ideal for mid-season
harvesting. Fortunately, most of the sensitive varieties were
already in the winery. Our vineyard crews' dedication to
canopy management is a big reason we get the quality fruit
we do, even during challenging conditions.
Winemaking
Barrel fermented, 100% malolactic
Aging
6 months in mature French oak
Food Pairing
Try this wine with more robust flavors, like lobster ravioli in a rich cream sauce or herb-roasted chicken with butternut squash.
