Chardonnay 2023 Dry Creek Valley
This crisp, fruity Chardonnay comes from selected French Dijon cuttings. Cool fermentation in stainless steel tank faithfully captures the essence of this fascinating grape variety as grown along the western edge of Dry Creek Valley.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Dry Creek Valley
Vineyard Designation
Michel-Schlumberger Estate
Harvest Date
10/03/2023
Sugar
Average brix: 22.7
Acid
0.68 g/100ml
pH
3.74
Aging
The wine was aged for 10 months in French oak barrels (30% new)
Fermentation
The grapes were picked in the cool mornings and immediately pressed. After settling, the clear juice was racked into French oak barrels and fermented at a cool temperature to retain fresh fruit flavors while gaining roundness during barrel fermentation.
Bottling Date
08/29/2024
Alcohol %
14.2
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
Our estate vineyard lies in the western hillsides above the upper reach of the Dry Creek Valley. Benchland soils combine with vigor-limiting rootstock and limited irrigation to yield intense fruit flavors from smaller berries.