Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2021
Santa Barabara County

Varietal Composition
100% Chardonnay

Production:
375 cases

Vineyards:
43% Bien Nacido Vineyard Santa Maria Valley
19% John Sebastiano Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills
33% Peake Ranch, Sta. Rita Hills
5% Sierra Madre, Santa Maria Valley

Elevage:
20% new French Oak for 14 months

Winemaking:                                                           
The handpicked fruit was gently crushed before being pressed, the juice cold settled overnight and then transferred to a mix of new and used 500L French oak puncheons and 225L burgundy barrels for fermentation.  Native primary fermentation completed quickly and Malolactic finished just before Thanksgiving on most barrels.  The wine was sulfured and aged on its lees without stirring for 14 months before filtration and bottling.

 
Tasting Notes: 
The 2021 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay confidently exhibits its coastal origins. It’s highly aromatic, revealing hints of peach, white nectarine, and crushed shells. The palate is delightful balanced. Boasting a medium body adorned with vibrant citrus fruit flavors. Enjoy now.

Technical Data:
pH: 3.29         TA: 7.4g/L          Alc.: 13.9%