Winemaker Notes
This graceful Chardonnay displays vibrant aromas of stone fruit, Meyer lemon, brioche and vanilla. On the well-balanced palate, succulent flavors of crisp apple and sweet citrus are framed by bright acidity, with hints of toasted almond and sea spray minerality emerging on the long, resonant finish.
Production
While the 2022 growing season in the Sonoma Coast was compact and eventful, it produced wines with lush, refined tannins, opulent layers of fruit and lively natural acidity. Thanks to warm summer temperatures, we began harvesting our warmest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyard at ideal ripeness in mid-August. The arrival of a significant heat event near Labor Day gave the remaining vineyards a final push to ripeness and we concluded harvest in mid-September. Overall, the quality was spectacular. The Chardonnays have beautiful citrus and tropical aromas and lush, concentrated flavors, with the Pinot Noirs offering supple, refined tannin and luxurious layers of dark berry fruit.