Nose
Aromas of rich ripe lemon, stonefruit, pineapple and pear supported with oak and subtle vanilla spice.
Palate
Full and round on entry with ripe lemon, apricot and yellow apple, it gains texture and crispness on the mid palate with savory herbal notes along with toasted oak underpinnings. The finish is layered, crisp and complex with a touch of butter that fills the palate along with returning lemon and ripe stone fruit notes. This is a complex Chardonnay that features richness, texture and complexity from beginning to end.
Growing Conditions
Rodgers Creek Vineyard bears the full force of the wind coming off the Pacific Ocean, producing small, intensely flavored berries which produce a well-balanced wine.
Appearance
Moderate lemon yellow in the glass with silver highlights.
Food Pairing
Rich and textured, pair it with pan seared scallops with a garlic and thyme cream sauce, or with a Gruyere or Comté cheese served with dried apricots and almonds.
