Back to Shop
Lively and energetic, this exotic single clone Chardonnay is known for having muscat-like sensory characteristics. It has vibrant aromas of orange blossom, apricot, honeysuckle and white peach. 88% of the wine was fermented in stainless steel to provide vibrancy and accentuate fruit flavors. The remaining 12% was barrel fermented in new French Oak and aged to bring further richness to the bottling.
APPELLATION:
Edna Valley
VINEYARD SOURCE:
Single clone selections within a single vineyard
VINEYARD CERTIFICATION:
SIP Certified Sustainable
CLONES:
Clone 102 (Musqué clone)
SOILS:
Diablo series, clay loam, rocky marine sediment, volcanic remnants
HARVEST DATES:
September 20, 2019
FERMENTATION:
88% cold tank stainless steel and 12% new French Oak
BARREL REGIME:
12% in new French Oak
ALCOHOL:
14%
TA:
6.6 g/L
PH:
3.22
BOTTLING DATE:
May 14th, 2020
CASES PRODUCED:
340
The 2020 growing season featured a mild start to summer which allowed the grapes to ripen slowly. The region saw much warmer harvest temperatures which helped accelerate ripening and bring the grapes’ natural acidity into beautiful balance.
