2022 Cole Ranch Chardonnay

“Chablis style Chardonnay with bright acidity and minerality. One of my favorite Chardonnays from California. Cole Ranch, is the smallest Appellation in the United States at 180 acres and 44 acres producing fruit. It sits inside of a terrarium-like microclimate and is tightly surrounded by multiple mountain ranges and hills with no other vineyards close by. Cooler and wetter than surrounding wine producing areas, its high elevation, drastic temperature swings and overall cooler climate leads to a longer growing season which preserves the acidity that is unique to Cole Ranch fruit. Cole Ranch hosts a terroir known for wines expressing vitality, earthiness, and electricity.”

““Great structure, aromatics and ability to pair with food. This wine is like indulging in summer melon granité sprinkled with big flakes of Maldon salt. It is everything Anjou Pear, grippiness of its skin and explosion of juiciness, that crunchy texture that counterpoints the juice. The balance of this wine’s lean structure but delightful aromatics of daffodil and lemongrass will keep you coming back to more. Pairs immaculately alongside some saucy shellfish, fresh summer melon, roasted vegetables, or sushi. Its versatility plays hard with salt, fats, acids, umami flavors, or in a glass on its own, nice and chill.””

““This Riesling is a true reflection of the electricity and linear quality of R1, while also encompassing the horizontal texture of the R2. Truly the best of both worlds! It's a lively wine that bursts on the palate with a pop of dandelion stems and wet slate. On the nose, there are hints of freshly baked pie crust made with quince, followed by the herbaceous notes found in Cole Ranch Penny Royal, and the subtle aroma of ripe banana peel.“”