Whitcraft Winery 'Santa Rita Ranch' Chardonnay, Sta Rita Hills, California
Bright coastal air meets a whisper of orchard charm in the 2022 Whitcraft Winery Santa Rita Ranch Chardonnay. From the sandy loamy clay soils of Sweeney Canyon Road, this limited-production wine captures the essence of its young but expressive vineyard, offering precision, freshness, and a pure sense of place. Product Details: Varietal: 100% Chardonnay Vineyard: Santa Rita Ranch ABV: 11.80% Aging: 100% Neutral French Oak Harvest Date: 09-14-2022 Bottling Date: 03-16-2024 Cases Produced: 73 Winemaker: Drake Whitcraft Sensory Description: On the nose, delicate yet vivid aromas of Asian pear and lemon peel rise with crystalline clarity, evoking cool mornings and sunlit citrus groves. The palate is bright and refreshing, brimming with lively acidity that frames the fruit’s natural sweetness and mineral undertones. Each sip carries a gentle elegance, leading to a clean, precise finish that lingers with subtle orchard fruit and a touch of sea breeze salinity. Winemaker's Background