Our Handmade Chardonnay is made from fruit from Carneros. This wine shows the clarity and structure typical of this warmer climate site. The juice was fermented with cultured yeast and aged in French oak barrels (40% new) for 18 months. Fifty percent malolactic fermentation and monthly bâtonnage brought additional richness and complexity to the palate
Varietal composition: 100% Chardonnay
TASTING NOTES
Our 2021 Handmade Chardonnay is an exquisite representation of the varietal and growing region. Aromas of peach, honeysuckle, pineapple, citrus flower, and melon are complemented by notes of butterscotch and toasted caramel. The creamy palate delivers flavors of apricot, lemon rind, guava, and vanilla, with a long, structured finish. We recommend serving this wine alongside seafood pasta, buttered scallops, or soft brie cheese.
