2021 Sangiacomo Chardonnay
Seize the spirit of Carneros with this cool-climate Chardonnay
$55
Retail
$44
About the Wine
The 2021 Sangiacomo Chardonnay is sourced from grapes grown at the Kiser Vineyard off Arnold Drive in the cool and windy Sonoma Carneros AVA just north of San Pablo Bay. This venerable appellation is highly regarded as one of the finest places in California to grow cool-climate chardonnay. Using grapes sourced from the highly desired and low-yielding Old Wente selection, with its characteristic uneven berry sizing, allows our winemaker to craft a wine that gives a true sense of place.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Chardonnay
Body
Appearance
Pale straw color with moderate tearing on the glass.
Aroma
Aromatic with apricot, spiced pear, chamomile, white flowers, and vanilla.
Palate
The wine is dry and balanced on the palate with a rounded texture and moderate acidity. Sustained fruit notes of baked yellow apple and Meyer lemon are accented by the earthiness of chanterelle mushrooms, river rocks, and a subtle herbal component on the finish.
Key Features
Appellation
Carneros
Fermentation
Whole-cluster-pressed and barrel-fermented with native yeast
Maturation
Barrel-aged for 14 months in French oak (35% new)
Alcohol
14.2%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Baked Brie
The 2021 Sangiacomo Chardonnay is robust with savory flavors, which would pair beautifully with baked Brie, dried apricots, and roasted nuts.
