A full-bodied wine offering some pleasant aromas of peach,
lemon, grapefruit and pineapple, along with a floral note that transitions into a
lovely fresh rose and hydrangea essence.
Among the fresh fruits and flowers is a layer of creamy vanilla and
caramel that then lead into a saltwater taffy character. The oak is sublimely integrated with the
fruit and acidity making for a deliciously balanced wine with an elegant body
and finish.
Vintage:
Starting with a mild winter we rolled into an early spring. In late March we started seeing temps in the
70’s with just a few cooler days to follow.
The spring conditions led to excellent fruit set and ultimately a
bountiful crop. The summer, for Virginia,
was very mild with only a few days of hot humid conditions. The Autumn was particularly dry with warm
days and cool nights. From mid-September to early October we experienced very
little rain which is invaluable for maturing grapes. I believe the 2019 vintage to be the best I
have experienced in Virginia for my tenure here.
Blend
100% Chardonnay
Harvest
The Chardonnay was harvested on 9 September 2019 at 20.2
Brix, 4.01 pH and .470g/L TA.
Vineyard Source:
Wessex Hundred,
Williamsburg, VA
Fermentation
The Chardonnay fermented for 14 days in stainless steel with
4F9 Yeast.
Aging
10 months in 74% French Oak and 26% Acacia Wood.
Bottling Date
8 July 2020 – 664 cases
Release Date
Technical
Information
12.5% Alc
3.47 pH
6.25g/L TA
0.025% RS (dry)
