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Wine Specs

Vintage

2023

Varietal

Chardonnay

Appellation

Carneros

Acid

0.68g/100ml

3.56

Alcohol %

13.5

2023 Estate Chardonnay

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The Estate Chardonnay is an exciting new addition to our portfolio. In 2023 winemaker TJ Evans chose grapes from one of our great Chardonnay sites, the Estate Vineyard surrounding the Château, to create this beautiful example of Carneros Chardonnay. The #48 clone grapes from the Estate Vineyard provide unctuous richness, resulting in a complex and lively wine. The vineyard rows for this wine were selected from the northeast corner of block 114-B on a gentle slope. Afternoon sun is limited which allows protracted hang time and ultimate flavor development. Fermentation was conducted in barrel, mostly neutral oak with a touch of new steam bent French oak to support but not overwhelm the fruit. The wine rested on lees for 15 months with occasional stirring.

Wine Profile

Tasting Notes

Lively aromas of lemon curd, beeswax, and golden apple lead to finely detailed notes of crème brûlée, lychee, and stone fruit, supported by a touch of seamlessly integrated oak, finishing long on a lifting acidity. There is a generosity here, an unctuousness, if you will that provides a juicy entry. Firm acidity keeps the flavors moving insuring a bright finish. Only 5 barrels made – less than 1% of the wine we produce!

Vineyard Notes

We began the 2023 growing season with replenished reservoirs and saturated soils due to a tremendous 40” of rainfall after years of drought. The combination of record rainfall and a cool summer climate allowed for extended hang time and yielded a significant crop. Harvest of the Pinot Noir destined for our still wines began on September 19th and continued at a slow and steady pace through mid-October, allowing for extended flavor development in the berries. The 2023 vintage with its stellar growing conditions and abundant yields resulted in beautifully crafted wines to celebrate for years to come.

Winemaker Notes

100% Estate Chardonnay. 15 Months Barrel Aged in French oak, 35% new. Clones: 100% #48

Food Pairing Notes

Dishes that provide a creamy and bright counterpoint are an ideal match for this classic Chardonnay - risotto brightened with fresh herbs, or grilled oysters with a squeeze of lemon.