2019 Fesstivity Blanc de Blancs

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Chardonnay

Wine Enthusiast

Vineyard Sources

100% Parker West Vineyard (Blocks 7, 4 & 5) in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation

Barrel Aging

100% barrel aged for 7 months in neutral French oak barrels; In tirage for 25 months

Technical Data

Composition

82% Chardonnay, 18% Pinot Noir (Dosage: 8 g/L)

Alcohol %

12.5

Acidity

0.750 g/100mL

3.21

Harvest Brix

20.7-21.7

Harvest Date

9/3-9/19/19

Production

217 cases

Description

Bright, fresh aromas of citrus and lemongrass with hints of biscuit and a subtle minerality. Flavors of green apple, citrus and mineral notes ride a wave of fresh acidity giving way to hints of caramel and toast and a clean, crisp, balanced finish.

Wine Critic Reviews

"A fine mousse of persistent effervescence presents a delicate nose of baked lemon, jasmine and lightly toasted almond on the nose of this Chardonnay-based bubbly, which includes 18% Pinot Noir. It’s quite foamy on the palate, showing a silky texture that carries tart apple and citrus flavors." ~ Wine Enthusiast