Dry Creek Vineyard DCV Estate Block 10 Chardonnay 2022

Located in the cool Russian River Valley, the DCV Block 10 vineyard tends to ripen slowly, providing grapes that are deliciously balanced. In crafting this wine, 30 rows of the variety are selected at the far northeast side of the property. After careful cultivation through the growing season, the fruit is whole cluster-pressed for gentle extraction of flavors. Some lots were fermented with native yeasts, and French oak barrels were used, providing complex aromatics and flavors.

This balanced Chardonnay carries aromas of peach, green apple and lime with notes of candied ginger, allspice, cream soda and a touch of minerality. The palate is full of intense, rich flavors of Asian pear, mango and Meyer lemon, with striking nuances of ruby grapefruit, honeydew melon and vanilla bean. Traces of spice from its brief barrel aging contribute to its harmonious and bright mouthfeel.