2016 Balance Barrel Fermented Chardonnay

Description/Winemakers Notes

After a lower crop year, the vines bounced back and produced a beautiful crop in 2016. The summer was warm and dry and continued on into the fall to have excellent ripening potential. Chardonnay is such a versatile grape, and really developed rich textures and flavours during the growing season that are well suited to oak aging.

Tasting Notes

Clear, pale straw colour. Soft buttery and biscuity scent with warm apple and lemon curd on the nose. Candied lemon and soft kiss of oak on the palate, with nutty notes on the finish and clean acidity.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with baked brie and crackers or onion tart.

Technical Notes

Sub-Appellation

St David's Bench

Vineyard

Donald Ziraldo

Harvest Date

September 22, 2016

Residual Sugar

3 g/L

Cellaring Recommendation

Drink now through 2026