- Practicing Biodynamic
- 100% Chardonnay • Bearwallow Vineyard (Anderson Valley AVA)
- 300′-600′ elevation. The clonal selection is Hyde, Old Wente and Dijon
- Bearwallow-Wolfey topsoils ranging from 10-25″. Below that is Franciscan Complex, Fracture Shale, quartz and sandstone
- Hand-harvested
- Native yeast fermentation
- Whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented
- Aged 12 months in 10% new French oak and finished in stainless steel for 6 months
- 12.8% ABV
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2018
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Anderson Valley
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-RHY-10-18 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2024-04-18
"An exceptionally floral and fragrant vintage of this wine, the 2018 Alesia Chardonnay Anderson Valley beams from the glass with honeysuckle, white blossom and honeyed orchard fruit aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with great finesse, leading to a bright, chalky, citrus-tinged finish."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2021
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
92
Date
2024-06-28
"A bright silver-yellow color, the 2021 Chardonnay Anderson Valley opens to aromas of citrus pith, quince, yellow apple, and delicate baking spices. Medium-bodied, it's supple and approachable now, with a lovely rounded midpalate and a clean finish. It's a lovely entry to the range that can be enjoyed now or over the next 5-6 years."
2019
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2021-08-01
2019
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
91
Date
2021-07-22
2017
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2019-10-01