Nose
Lifted aromas of citrus, brioche and yellow florals of daffodil and daisy.
Palate
The long, creamy palate is layered with crisp red apple, apricot and lemon zest that finishes
with a hint of minerality.
Growing Conditions
Summary: 2014 was the third straight outstanding growing season in a row, following the
excellent 2012 and 2013 vintages. Dry winter and spring conditions limited canopy vigor, and a
warm growing season with a lack of extreme heat spikes resulted in prolonged, even ripening
through harvest. The resulting wines possess great site specificity, depth and quality.
Properties: Ross Station Estate, Edward James Estate, Ellen Lane Estate, O’Connor, Ulises Valdez
Bottling
Unfined and unfiltered; bottled January 2016
Winemaking
Whole cluster pressed while still cold from the field
Barrel fermented with indigenous yeasts; average 5 months to completion
Spontaneous malolactic fermentation in barrels
Clonal Selections: Wente, Bato, Calera, 15, Mt. Eden, 4, Robert Young
Aging
Aged 12 months in French Oak barrels; 52% new; Aged sur lies with biweekly bâtonnage.
Coopers: Cadus, Damy, Louis Latour, Francois Frères, Marques, Gauthier, Remond
Appearance
Highlighting the unique characteristics of the Russian River Valley this chardonnay displays
bright golden hues.