This California Chardonnay is crafted with care and adorned with awards, embodies approachability and sophistication, sure to please a variety of palates.
The Clarksburg Chardonnay grapes bring forth inviting aromas of green apple and pear, with subtle hints of apricot. Half of this fine Chardonnay undergoes barrel fermentation in American oak, imparting nuanced notes of toasty baking spices and vanilla to complement its luscious fruit tones. Enhanced by malolactic fermentation in these barrels, the wine gains complexity and a hint of butteriness, resulting in a plush, velvety mouthfeel. Finishing with a crisp edge and vibrant fruit flavours, the wine achieves a harmonious balance that delights the senses.
Fermented with a blend of 50% new American oak and 50% stainless steel, this Chardonnay undergoes an ageing process of 8 months in new American oak, where it is aged sur lie and hand-stirred monthly, contributing depth and refinement to its profile.