Price: $29.99
Quantity in Stock: 54
Sourced from the heart of Russian River Valley, where nightly ocean fog patterns create a cooling effect that slows ripening and enhances flavor development while preserving acidity, this 2022 Chardonnay emerges from sustainably farmed vineyards planted in well-drained, loamy soils. The third year of drought was offset by well-timed spring rains that promoted vigorous canopy development, while typical fog patterns maintained mild temperatures throughout the growing season. Hand-harvested at night at varying ripeness levels to enhance complexity, the whole clusters were gently pressed to preserve natural acidity, with a portion undergoing malolactic fermentation to broaden the palate and add toasty notes. The resulting wine exhibits beautiful aromas of green apple and tropical fruit with subtle oak nuances, while the palate presents layers of kumquat, dried apricot, baked apple pie, and lemon peel. A perfect balance of crisp acidity and creamy mouthfeel carries through to a lingering finish.
Wine Enthusiast: 90 Points
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