2022 Paris Tasting Commemorative Chardonnay

The 2022 growing season was yet another in a string of drought years. Though our yearly rainfall was only slightly lower than average, the bulk of that rain came in October and December of 2021, while the spring of 2022 was uncharacteristically dry and gave way to a seasonably dry summer. This was followed by an intense heat wave during the first week of September, with temperatures soaring as high as 118 degrees Fahrenheit, causing a dramatic increase in our grape’s sugar levels. We were patient with our harvest, however, and allowed cooler temperatures and normal sugar levels to return before picking.

For this wine we select only the best grapes, which are primarily from our oldest block of Chardonnay, the Old Wente clone planted in 1989. Through a combination of clone, age and cool climate, this single block in our estate vineyard in the chilly Carneros region of Napa Valley creates wonderfully rich flavors, balanced with crisp acidity. All our vineyards are certified regenerative organic, ensuring that all of our grapes are of the highest quality, and that we are responsible stewards of our environment.

Alcohol - 14% by volume

Fermentation - indigenous yeast; 4 weeks

Harvest date - Sept. 8 - Oct 23, 2022

Sugar - 23.1˚ Brix (average)

Bottling date - December 2023

Release date - May 2024

Total acid - 6.5 g/L

pH  - 3.4

Type of oak - French oak; 40% new oak, 53% barrel, 47% foudres

Blend - 100% Chardonnay

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