This wine showcases a beautifully structured profile, with a vibrant and focused acidity that gives it a firm backbone. The mouthfeel is both polished and layered, offering a seamless blend of richness and precision. Minerality shines through with notes of flint and saline, evoking its coastal origins. The finish is exceptionally long and clean, leaving a lingering impression of freshness and elegance.
Harvested on September 6, 2019, at 22 Brix, this Chardonnay was meticulously aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, with 25% new oak. The thoughtful use of oak enhances the wine’s texture and adds a delicate complexity, perfectly complementing the natural vibrancy of the Chardonnay while imparting a refined elegance.
This Chardonnay, expertly crafted from the renowned ‘Lolita’ and ‘Quail Hill’ vineyards in Sebastopol and Occidental, California, beautifully captures the distinctive terroir and exceptional quality of these celebrated sites.
