STYLE

This vintage is classic Hardscrabble Chardonnay with apple peel and hint of vanilla aromas. Medium bodied with generous fruit in the mid palate and a pithy structured finish. 

WINEMAKING

Chilled grapes were sorted, pressed, juice settled and then barrel fermented warm (70's F) in old, neutral French puncheons (500 liter size) and barrels (228 liter). No malolactic fermentation. Aged sur lie in barrel for 12 months, then again sur lie in tank for an additional 4 months. Bottled February 2022. 1,196 bottles produced. This wine will improve in the bottle for many years. Drink not though 2028. Alcohol 12.5%.