Description
"The 2023 growing season was marked by cool weather and more rain than usual. This weather, along with a late budbreak made for one of the later harvests in recent memory. The slow ripening allowed the Chardonnay to develop nuanced flavors and retain a vibrant acidity. We picked all of our Carneros Chardonnay vineyards at their peak ripeness, and fermentations were carried out mostly in French Oak barriques with some stainless-steel tank ferments to retain some lifted fruit characteristics. Bright and lively, the 2023 Post & Beam Chardonnay displays hints of lemon curd, honeysuckle and orange blossom on the nose, with flavors of melon, passionfruit, and Anjou pear all sitting nicely on the palate. The finish is vibrant with lifted acidity and lingering notes of French vanilla that is a true and unique expression of Carneros Chardonnay." - Winemaker Notes
