The cool, maritime influence is evident in this mineral-driven Chardonnay. Fruit flavors of pineapple, Bosque pear, and Gravenstein apples are balanced by great acidity and accented with hints of French oak.
Appellation : Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Barrel Aging : Elevage sur lies with weekly stirring followed by monthly after 10 weeks. Remained on the lees for 10 months before bottling. 1/3 new, once and twice-used French barrels. P
roduction : 160 Cases