2016
Clone 95 Chardonnay is fermented with the skins on to produce an intriguing wine with deep concentration.
This wine is golden in color and expresses fig, honey and golden raisin. It has a rich, full texture on the palate and a long, captivating finish.
Aromas of pear, dried straw, golden raisin, and sappy hibiscus flower carry of the palate with full bodied, lush mouthfeel and a long finish.
The Santa Maria Valley – of Santa Barbara County – is one of California’s coolest AVAs, with one of the longest growing seasons in the world. The region is defined by its well-drained, lean soils and the unique east/west transverse mountain ranges that act as a funnel for morning fog and cold afternoon winds off the Pacific Ocean, resulting in balanced, vibrant wines.