2015 chardonnay

SONOMA COAST

A hazy, golden-green color introduces this special California Chardonnay. Barrel fermented in 100% French oak, bottled un-fined and un-filtered, this wine exudes intense fruit and impeccable balance. Aromas of orange blooms and lemon-curd intermingled with marzipan, and wet stones. Flavors of Mirabelle plums, Valencia orange zest, and Gravenstein apple are heightened by a hint of anise and salty, minerality. The crisp, persistent finish, carries through to the next sip. Drink now or over the next 5 years.

Wine & Spirits Magazine: 91points (Named one of the Year’s Best U.S. Chardonnays)

Vineyard Source: Pratt,, Chenoweth, and Dutton Sullivan

Clone: Selections of Wente, Wente-Hyde, Robert Young and Mt. Eden

Harvest Date: Multiple harvest dates between August 27 and September 10, 2015

Harvest Brix: 23.6 ̊Brix, 23.4 ̊Brix and 23.9 ̊Brix

Barrel Aged: 16 months

Barrel Breakdown: 100% French Oak, 10% New, 90% twice used or older

Bottling Date: January 26, 2017

Production: 185 cases

Alcohol: 14.1%

pH: 3.47

TA: 5.9 g/L

SRP: $48