The 2021 growing season was very typical through early spring with cool, ocean breezes. Early summer through harvest gave us some unexpected heatwaves but plenty of marine layers and mild weather prevailed later through harvest.

Aromas of fresh honeysuckle, stone fruit and a spritz of citrus.

On the palate, tropical notes are integrated with fresh lemon and a hint of creamy vanilla. The wine finishes with a beautiful weight that lingers.

Albacore Sashimi with Ponzu and Crispy Onions

The barrel fermented portion saw 7 months of sur-lie aging and during the first three months, the barrels were stirred monthly to add to the creamy nature of the wine. Select Chardonnay barrel lots were narrowed down in May of 2022 to be racked off their less and put onto 32% brand new French Oak. The blend was assembled in June of 2022, heat and cold stabilized in stainless steel tanks, before filtering and bottling.

The result was a slight delay of harvest while we waited for acidity, pH and brix to balance.

July 2022