Tasting Notes:
“The 2021 Reserve Chardonnay comes exclusively from Jameson Canyon Vineyard, a historic estate in the cool-climate reaches of southern Napa Valley. Brilliant golden hues dance in the glass. Aromas of orchard fruits and apple butter anticipate notes of brioche, citrus blossom and graham cracker. The palate is enveloped with flavors of clementine, sweet orange citrus, sliced almond and vanilla bean, accentuated by suggestions of slate and sea spray. A core of energetic acidity softens into a smooth, satiny finish. This small-batch wine was wholly barrel fermented and aged in 83 percent new French oak barrels—our finest Chardonnay expression of the vintage, only 150 cases produced.”

Vintage Notes:
A dry growing season in 2021 brought lower yields, early ripening and excellent fruit concentration to Napa Valley’s white varietals. The excellence of the vintage was on full display at Jameson Canyon Vineyard, with the Chardonnay fruit exhibiting stunning freshness and flavor maturation.

In the Vineyard:
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vineyard: Jameson
Harvest Date: September 7th, 2021

In the Cellar:
Bottling: 150 Cases Produced
Fermentation: 83% New French Oak 
Coopers: Alain Fouquet, Dargaud & Jaegle, Treuil, Meyrieux and Chassin
Barrel Age: 8 Months