Winemaker Notes
This vibrant expression of Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay offers graceful aromas of green apple, pear, lemon, orange and flint. On the palate, it is crisp and bright, with shimmering cool-climate acidity and sophisticated minerality framing the zesty citrus flavors as they build to a long, focused finish.
Production
The 2022 Central Coast growing season began with near normal rainfall in January, with below-average precipitation the remainder of the season. The continued drought conditions led to an early budbreak, followed by a cool and windy spring that resulted in a lighter fruit set. Summer provided ideal ripening conditions with August temperatures in the 80s and 90s, yielding wines with exceptional varietal character, depth, and finesse. Due to naturally small berries, our 2022 Central Cost wines also offer great color, concentration and structure.