Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
14.1
Acidity
0.680 g/100mL
pH
3.39
Harvest Brix
23.4-25.2
Harvest Date
10/15-10/22/21
Production
908 cases
Type
Fess Parker Winery
2021 Ashley's Chardonnay
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Varietal
Chardonnay
Wine Enthusiast
91
Jeb Dunnuck
92
Vinous
92
Wine & Spirits
92
or more units
$40.00/unit
or more units
$40.00/unit
Vineyard Sources
100% Ashley's Vineyard (Blocks G, H & I) located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation
Barrel Aging
100% barrel fermented and aged for 10 months in 42% new French oak
Cooperage
Mercurey, Francois Freres, Sirugue, Gillet
Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
14.1
Acidity
0.680 g/100mL
pH
3.39
Harvest Brix
23.4-25.2
Harvest Date
10/15-10/22/21
Production
908 cases
Description
Named after Fess' daughter, Ashley, this chardonnay represents the best of the acclaimed Sta. Rita Hills growing region. The majority of the grapes come from a vineyard developed by the Parker family in 1996 situated only 12 miles from the Pacific Ocean. The hillside sites, sandy soils, persistent ocean breezes and fog make for a cold growing environment; the perfect scenario for Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.
This wine shows bright apple, pear and citrus fruit flavors complemented by attractive mineral notes with vanilla and toasty oak notes from French oak aging. Enjoy!