2021 Hilltop Cuvee Chardonnay
Sonoma Mountain
It's been a long time since I've been excited to make Chardonnay - not since 2013 and Keefer Ranch have I been this energized about it. However, located way up on Sonoma Mountain on an elevated hilltop rests some 30 year old Wente clone Chardonnay. Now farmed organically, with lower yields, this block is special and it shows in the wine. I'm drinking Chardonnay again!!
"Aromas of baked pear, lemon peel, popcorn and white flowers jump from the glass of this expressive wine. The palate brings fresh green apple, orange blossom, marzipan and waves of fresh lemony acid across the finish. Very electric."
Wine Enthusiast
93 Points
Region/Appellation:
Sonoma Mountain
Sonoma Mountain
Composition:
100% Chardonnay - Wente clone
100% Chardonnay - Wente clone
Aging:
15 months in 20% new French oak
15 months in 20% new French oak
Alchohol:
14.1%
14.1%
Residual Sugar:
N/A
N/A
Winemaker:
John Fones
John Fones
$36
