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2021 Reserve Chardonnay
Sta. Rita Hills
90 points - Wine Enthusiast
The Sta. Rita Hills AVA has achieved much acclaim for its Chardonnays, and this classic lives up to its Reserve title. The grapes came from Lafond Vineyard. 100% barrel fermentation and aging, with additional malolactic fermentation, has resulted in a beautifully creamy, complex wine.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Vineyard Designation
Lafond Vineyard
Harvest Date
October 2021
Sugar
24.3 Brix
Acid
.69
pH
3.41
Bottling Date
August 24, 2022
Residual Sugar
Dry
Alcohol %
14.4
Wine Enthusiast
90
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2021 Reserve Chardonnay is a lush, creamy chardonnay with a rich, full mouthfeel. It has flavors and aromas of fresh butter, almond, honey, citrus blossom and pineapple. It is full bodied, yet elegant with balanced acidity that lingers into the finish.
Vineyard Notes
100% Lafond Vineyard; Sta. Rita Hills AVA
Production Notes
100% barrel fermented; malolactic fermentation; 22% new oak; 1,392 cases produced
Winemaker Notes
Late cool vintage with slow ripening. Great for development of complex ripe flavors.
Food Pairing Notes
Vegetable risotto; fried chicken; salads with creamy dressing