Palate
Captivating and sophisticated, preserved Meyer lemon, crushed wet stone, fresh ginger, orange blossom and lime zest upfront and impressively fashioned by a voluptuous nectarine, hazelnut and crème brulee palate. Opulent with an expansive, charismatic finish. A superior everyday white.
This wine displays a riper, more caramelized citrus style, with hints of honeysuckle, white peach and apricot. It is medium-bodied, fresh, lively and just delicious. Drink it over the next 2-4 years.
Growing Conditions
A mineral-driven selection of ‘Old Wente’ clone from two of the best growing regions for Chardonnay: Dutton Ranch in Green Valley and Sangiacomo’s Green Acres Vineyard in Carneros. Each vineyard’s climate produces naturally low yielding, small tight clusters combined with the distinguished expansive clonal characteristics of Old Wente.
Winemaking
Whole cluster pressed, native primary fermentation with no malolactic fermentation.
Aging
Aged sur lie with batonnage in 30% new lightly toasted tight grain French oak with 75% aged in neutral French cooperage for one year.
