VANDERPUMP CHARDONNAY
Our Estate Grown Chardonnay is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes from our stunning vineyards of the Sonoma Coast AVA. Aged in 100% French Oak for 11 months, this wine has a brilliant straw color, with a nose of citrus, pear, and crisp apple. These fruits are lined with floral notes and hints of brioche and toast.
Tasting & Details
Vinification
The fruit was rigorously hand sorted and gently whole-cluster pressed. The juice was settled and either put straight to barrel or left in tank. Fermentation temperatures were in the 70-degree range followed by lees stirring for 4 months in barrel. Mostly native yeast and malolactic fermentations with only a few lots fermented using cultured Burgundy isolates. Aged in 100% French Oak for 11 months, 14.5% ABV, 100% Chardonnay.
Color
Brilliant straw color.
Nose
Citrus, pear and crisp apple notes are lined with floral notes and hints of brioche and toast.
Palate
Bright and crisp with perfectly balanced acidity and minerality, followed by an elegant refreshing finish.
Serving Suggestions
Pairs well with mild cheeses, seafood, cream sauces, roasted chicken, white fish, and zesty vegetable dishes.
