Freemark Abbey Napa Valley Chardonnay 2022 (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 93] [JD 92]

Notes from the Winemaker: Wine Profile:  Primary Vineyards:Ahmann Vineyard—Carneros: Carneros (38%): Located in Carneros near the Huichica Creek, this vineyard has the unique attributes of a cool growing season complemented by long slow ripening. The vineyard creates flavors of apple and citrus with the preservation of acidity and a low pH. Clone 4. Rancho Sarco: Located in the Napa Valley AVA, on the north east border of the town of Napa, the soil is a gravelly clay loam that supports a variety of grapes. This Chardonnay ripens to produce flavors of pineapple, apple, peach and banana. Clone 4. Huichica Vineyard—Carneros : Located off of Duhig Road, in the Napa Carneros AVA, this beautiful vineyard resides on gently sloping hillside with 8x4 spacing. The vines are planted in sedimentary clay loam and experience the cool marine breezes from the San Pablo Bay. Barrels: The wine was 84% barrel fermented in 40% new French oak barrels, 15% stainless steel for ten months14.5% abv Ratings &am