- Practicing Sustainable
- 100% Chardonnay (Clone 15)
- La Rinconada Vineyard (Sta. Rita Hills AVA)
- Sourced from Block R2 (1.25 acres)
- Planted by Richard Sanford (of Sanford & Benedict Vineyard) in 1997
- Monterray Shale, clay loam soils
- Hand-harvested
- Native yeast fermentation
- Aged 18 months in 228L French barriques (20% new) and 500L neutral puncheons
- 153 cases produced
- 13% abv
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Sta. Rita Hills
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-TYL-32-21 | 6/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
94
Date
2023-09-21
Wine Advocate
Score
95+
Date
2023-12-29
"The 2021 Chardonnay La Rinconada Vineyard blossoms dramatically as it spends time in the glass, opening with saline and crŠme fra'che before blossoming to apricot, roasted almonds and honey. The medium-bodied palate combines expansive, honeyed flavors with a vibrant spine of acidity and a singular, chalky texture. It has complex flinty undertones and a long, nutty finish. It will benefit from 3-5 years' development in bottle."