Mayacamas Chardonnay 2022

"Each year we strive to create wines that reflect site, vintage, and style. Our grapegrowing and winemaking processes seek to highlight the intensity and freshness of mountain grown Chardonnay. Our five Chardonnay blocks are spread across the 475-acre Estate at elevations ranging from 1,800 ft to 2,100 ft. There are numerous soil profiles across these blocks, including compressed volcanic ash, fractured volcanic cobbles, gravelly loam, and cobbled clay. The rugged topography and intense exposure result in multiple microclimates where this cool-climate varietal can thrive. Keeping with tradition, the plantings are dominated by a few different variations of the Wente Clone on St. George rootstock. The vineyards have been farmed organically since 2013"

Three words that capture the 2020 vintage are texture, richness, and precision. The wine greets the nose with vibrant aromas of white blossoms and fresh tarragon, accompanied by a delightful mix of Anjou pear, tangy pineapple, and cantaloupe. On the palate, it unfolds gracefully, widening in scope with multiple layers of texture and lively energy. Mid-palate notes of lemon oil, minerality, and almond add depth. The finish is prolonged, featuring enduring hints of saline, gentle tropical fruit, orchard flavors, and flint.