Growing Conditions
For Amici the 2017 wine grape harvest will truly be remembered as a harvest of teamwork and dedication showed on all levels from our team, colleagues, friends and the first responders that saved out homes and livelihood. The quality of the 2017 vintage is ever present and is producing wines of vibrancy, tenacity and character much like the traits needed by all who helped the wine industry through such a challenging end to the season.
Winemaking
The 2017 Amici Cellars Chardonnay Sonoma Coast is a classic Chardonnay with aromatic complexity and a fine balance of richness and delicate acidity. Enticing stone fruit, lemon zest and roasted grain aromas lead to a delicious stone fruit-driven palate and a long, mineral finish. It is fresh and lively with a long finish driven by elegance and length.
Aging
Fermentation 70% Barrel; 30% Stainless steel. Aging 11 months; 35% New French Oak