The 2022 growing season was excellent. Summer was hot, dry and near perfect. The lack of rainfall was unprecedented but mitigated by drip irrigation and a few much-needed rain events in September and October. Harvest of red wine grapes was 2 weeks ahead of normal years with brix at the highest levels seen in the history of the region. Yields were down, quality was extremely high.

subtle aromas of pear and baked apple quickly develop into lush nutty lees characters.

A lightly oaked chardonnay with balanced acidity and flavors of citrus, golden apple and a touch of toasted vanilla.

Light golden hue

10 months in 100% French oak

October 2022

June 2023