2021 Chardonnay
Los Carneros
Gold Medal, 91 points - L.A. International Wine Competition
Our 2021 Los Carneros Chardonnay is expressive and approachable; showcasing balanced fruit, beautiful crushed seashell minerality, lingering acidity and rich flavors and aromas of caramelized white pear, fresh fuji and golden delicious apple, apple blossoms and torched crème brûlée.
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
Our Oberon Chardonnay grapes are sourced from vineyards located within the sub-appellation of Los Carneros. Highly influenced by the San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay, Los Carneros provides the perfect combination of summer fog, warm days, cool nights and a long growing season which make it an ideal location for growing our Chardonnay grapes. Tony prefers sourcing this fruit exclusively from the western facing slopes of Carneros, for the extended exposure to the warm afternoon sun and the cooling influence of afternoon breezes.
Winemaker Notes
This wine underwent simultaneous alcoholic and malolactic barrel fermentation, followed by 9 months sur lie in 33% new French oak. Our 2021 Los Carneros Chardonnay is expressive and approachable; showcasing balanced fruit, beautiful crushed seashell minerality, lingering acidity and rich flavors and aromas of caramelized white pear, fresh fuji and golden delicious apple, apple blossoms and torched crème brûlée.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Los Carneros
Vineyard Designation
Los Carneros
Acid
5.7 g/L
pH
3.5
Alcohol %
13.7
