Fermented in French barrels and aged for 10 months (20V/40% new barrels, 21V/34%). To produce a world-class cool-climate Chardonnay, we harvested grapes from the Russian River Valley, Green Valley, Petaluma Gap, Occidental, and Fort Ross. The grapes are from cool vineyards in Seaview. They have a good balance of freshness and fruitiness. The 2020 VTG comes from four vineyards in Russian River Valley and Green Valley. The 2021 V comes from our own vineyard, Running Creek, the famous Dutton Ranch, Jewell, and other vineyards. , Kiser (Sangiacomo), Keefer Ranch
Vintage Information
It was a very dry start to the growing season with only 50% of normal rainfall.
This was achieved through aggressive measures such as early thinning and pruning, careful cover crop management, and targeted irrigation.
The spring and summer were mild, with no major heat waves, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, without excessive sugar levels or excessive acidity.
We waited patiently until September 1st, when the acidity and fruit flavors were in perfect harmony, and began harvesting the Chardonnay.
The result is a wine of ideal ripeness, soft texture and beautiful concentration of flavour.
Tasting Comments
This alluring Chardonnay combines racy, delicate acidity with aromas of honey, Fuji apple, nectarine and sweet citrus.
It's beautifully balanced in the mouth, with a rich, supple texture that envelops bright citrus and custard flavors, smoothly leading to a silky, energetic finish.
Vintage: 2021
Capacity: 750ml
Type: White wine
Taste: Medium bodied
Main variety: 100% Chardonnay (55% from our own vineyards)
Country of Origin: America
Region Name: California
AVA: Sonoma Coast
Vineyards: Running Creek (Owned Vineyard), Dutton Ranch, Jewell Vineyard, Kiser (Sangicamo), Keefer Ranch
Winemaker: Dana Epperson
Winemaking: Fermented and aged for 10 months in French barrels (34% new barrels), 75% malolactic fermentation
Cap: Cork
Alcohol content: 14.2%
JAN: 669576018910