Current Release
2024 Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills 750ML
This wine is a blend of top sites, including Sanford & Benedict (55%), Fiddlestix (25%), 10Ninths (formerly Hilliard Bruce) (10%) and our old friend Duvarita (10%). The wine was fermented by native years and then aged 15 months on its lees in French oak barrels, 12% of which was new. Malolactic fermentation occurred spontaneously, although the wine retained excellent acidity, finishing at 3.45 pH with 6.0 g/l TA.
This wine has excellent ripeness, but those yellow, green and white fruits and white flowers are balanced by citrus and graphite-laden acidity and a rocky minerality. Medium bodied, energetic and lingering, we love this wine with its impeccable balance, pure energy and terrific length. This wine will be a tremendous value as it evolves over the next 6-9 years.
Extremely Limited. Only 195 Cases Produced.
This wine has excellent ripeness, but those yellow, green and white fruits and white flowers are balanced by citrus and graphite-laden acidity and a rocky minerality. Medium bodied, energetic and lingering, we love this wine with its impeccable balance, pure energy and terrific length. This wine will be a tremendous value as it evolves over the next 6-9 years.
Extremely Limited. Only 195 Cases Produced.
Wine Profile
| Vintage | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | White Wine |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750 ml |