Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
14.1
Acidity
0.690 g/100mL
pH
3.26
Harvest Brix
23.5
Harvest Date
10/15/21
Production
262 cases
Type
Fess Parker Winery
2021 Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Varietal
Chardonnay
Wine Enthusiast
91
Jeb Dunnuck
93
Vinous
94
Vineyard Sources
100% Sanford & Benedict Vineyard (Block T4) located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation
Barrel Aging
100% barrel fermented and aged for 10 months in 36% new French oak
Cooperage
Mercurey, Sirugue
Technical Data
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
14.1
Acidity
0.690 g/100mL
pH
3.26
Harvest Brix
23.5
Harvest Date
10/15/21
Production
262 cases
Description
Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Chardonnay by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. We have been fortunate enough to secure several tons of Chardonnay from one of the most historically significant vineyards in all of California, the iconic Sanford & Benedict.
Originally planted in 1971, this mature vineyard yields a wine that is beautifully structured with plenty of fresh acidity and verve. The palate offers lovely citrus and tropical fruit flavors backed by enticing minerality and a hint of toast.