2022 Chardonnay
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Long gone are the days of "anything but Chardonnay," and we couldn't be happier. This wine is one we're confident will please even the most skeptical of palates. Fruit-driven, mineral and deliciously textural, our Classic Chardonnay is the perfect every-day white and will pair with just about anything. Long live the Queen of white grapes! Chardonnay is here to stay.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Chardonnay
Vineyard Designation
Herrera Vineyard, Similkameen Valley
Harvest Date
October 2022
Acid
7.1 g/L
pH
3.37
Aging
Drink now, or cellar for enjoyment from 2025-2029.
Bottling Date
August 2023
Residual Sugar
2.8 g/L
Alcohol %
12.6
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Medium lemon in colour, with an enticing nose of ripe peach, honey and yogurt. The charm of this wine is in its approachability; it’s a Chardonnay for everyone. On the palate, the stone fruit character carries through, and is complemented by fresh herbs, vanilla and almond. Bright, cleansing acidty washes over the palate, and finishes with a zestiness that keeps you coming back for more.
Awards
5-TIME AWARD WINNER!
Gold: 2024 Great Northwest Invitational
Silver: 2024 Chardonnay du Monde, 2024 IWSC Competition, 2024 WineAlign National Wine Awards & 2024 Cascadia International Wine Competition
Production Notes
A small lot of hand-picked and hand-sorted Chardonnay was destemmed and pressed into stainless steel to settle for 24 hours. From there, it was racked into a combination of French oak (10% new) and stainless steel for fermentation with selected yeast strains. All lots underwent 100% malolactic fermentation with periodic lees stirring. It is set to be racked out of barrel after 9 months on lees, and blended in July 2023, with filtration and bottling to follow in August.
Winemaker Notes
With this wine, we wanted to create something that could appeal to even the staunchest of Chardonnay haters. It’s creamy and welcoming, without being overbearing, and has a brightness that can’t help but bring a smile to your face. The comparison of this, with our Renaissance Chardonnay, really exemplifies the versatility of the grape.
Food Pairing Notes
Classic: lobster, roast chicken with tarragon, grilled salmon, a range of seafood (mussels, clams, prawns, squid, etc), green salads, dishes with creamy sauces (particularly with Dijon), risotto, semi-soft aged cheeses, truffle popcorn.
Adventurous: Indian chicken curries, sushi bowls, mexican street corn, tacos al pastor.
Other Notes
435 cases produced