Monte Rio Hawkeye Ranch Chardonnay 2022 750ml

Monte Rio Hawkeye Ranch Chardonnay 2022 Mendocino County's Organic Liquid Poetry From the sun-drenched Redwood Valley, this is Chardonnay reimagined—a pure expression of place, crafted with the soul of a sommelier and the precision of a master winemaker. Patrick Cappiello's latest creation is a testament to organic farming and minimal intervention winemaking. Harvested by hand from the pristine Hawkeye Ranch Vineyard, this Chardonnay tells a story of tradition and innovation. Fermented using native yeasts in a delicate dance between stainless steel and neutral oak barrels, the wine spent nine contemplative months aging, followed by a final month of refinement in stainless steel. Unfiltered and unfined, this is Chardonnay stripped to its essence—pure, vibrant, and unapologetically authentic. At 13% ABV, it offers a balanced, nuanced drinking experience that speaks to both the terroir of Mendocino and the winemaker's profound respect for the craft. Limited to just 320 cases, this is more