Nose
The aromas express concentrated honeysuckle with banana cream pie notes due to the careful barrel fermentation in 2 year old French oak barrels.
Palate
The palate showcases the layers of acidity with tropical elements such as Mango and passion fruit and finishing with creme brûlée flavors.
Growing Conditions
This medium straw colored coastal Chardonnay is grown in the famed Santa Lucía Highlands district.
Winemaking
This wine underwent full malo-lactic fermentation in barrel.
Aging
French oak barrels; 2 years old.
Food Pairing
This wine pairs well with grilled wild caught Salmon with a mango cilantro salsa and dusted with a pinch of cayenne. Serve it with soft polenta or a potato parsnip purée and a watercress salad with heirloom radishes.