Sojourn Cellars Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2013 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [RP 91]

Notes From the Winemaker: The 2013 growing season began early, with a warm and dry spring, and continued with moderate heat that allowed the Chardonnay to develop complex flavors at lower Brix levels. Dry weather in both winter and spring resulted in smaller berry sizes with high levels of concentration and detailed aromatics. Each component in this blend was fermented separately in French oak barrels with 30% new oak. Lees were stirred regularly during the first three months of fermentation and aging. Malolactic fermentation was allowed to complete in barrel. After 11 months of aging, the components were blended together to create a winemaker's cuvee that is expressive of the cool climate, nuance, and balance of the Sonoma Coast appellation.Our 2013 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is a blend of several unique lots from three distinct vineyards spanning this cool-climate appellation. We sourced grapes from Sangiacomo, Durell and Campbell Ranch vineyards, spanning the far reaches of the Sonoma