Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
13.2
Acidity
0.679 g/100mL
pH
3.31
Harvest Brix
22.3
Harvest Date
10/26/23
Production
323 cases
Type
Fess Parker Winery
2023 Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay
Wine Club Exclusive
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Varietal
Chardonnay
Vineyard Sources
100% Sanford & Benedict Vineyard (Block T4) located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation
Barrel Aging
100% barrel fermented and aged for 8 months in 31% new French oak
Cooperage
Mercurey, Sirugue
Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
13.2
Acidity
0.679 g/100mL
pH
3.31
Harvest Brix
22.3
Harvest Date
10/26/23
Production
323 cases
Description
Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Chardonnay by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. We have been fortunate enough to secure several tons of Chardonnay from one of the most historically significant vineyards in all of California, the iconic Sanford & Benedict.
Originally planted in 1971, this mature vineyard yields a wine that is beautifully structured with plenty of fresh acidity and verve. The palate offers lovely citrus and tropical fruit flavors backed by enticing minerality and a hint of toast.
