2022 Sun Chase Chardonnay

Sonoma Coast

THE VINEYARD
Planted on the west-facing hillside where the cool Petaluma Gap collides with Sonoma Mountain, this site overlooks a broad sweep of the county from the San Pablo Bay to north Santa Rosa. Our Chardonnay block with an east-west row aspect sits on a sun-drenched, rocky incline at 1000' where fruit yields are naturally limited with small clusters and aromatic fruit.

SENSORY NOTES
Light straw color that fades to a pale yellow and day bright. The nose is rich with classic notes of Vanilla, Lemon Yogurt, Shortbread Cookie and fresh cut Golden Delicious Apples. There is also a haunting umami note like the best sushi you have ever had. In the mouth the flavors of Golden Apple stay with the addition of Yellow Pear wrapped in medium plus acidity. The finish has the perfect hint of bitter spice like lemon pepper with the freshness of arugula. Incredible sushi wine which will also pair well with soft French cheeses or Chicken Milanese.