Nose
This chardonnay smells of crisp tropical fruit and pineapple.
Palate
On the mouth, flavors of peach and Asian pear are met with a smooth finesse. Ending with green apple and a lightly-oaked finish.
Growing Conditions
Weather through the summer was optimal without any excessive heat spikes or rain events. Between the small crop, the early budbreak and bloom the warm summer the fruit ripened to a near record early harvest.
Harvest
We started picking at the end of July, and while a couple of heat spikes during harvest kept us on our toes, mostly moderate weather allowed us to bring in the fruit at a reasonable rate. With the small crop and good weather the vines produced grapes with excellent concentration and intense character. Harvested in September 2015.
Food Pairing
Pair with grilled shrimp cocktail, pasta Alfredo, or seared scallops.
