Las Nenas 2022 Chardonnay

Sta. Rita Hills, California | Sta. Rita Hills

The 2022 Co^lluvial™ “Las Nenas” Chardonnay bottling is grounded in the majesty of California’s Santa Rita Hills AVA (American Viticultural Area). The fruit is drawn from the La Rinconada Vineyard.  Planted in 1997, La Rinconada sits adjacent to the Sanford & Benedict Vineyard. Home to 20 vineyard blocks and 12 clones, La Rinconada is also primarily Pinot Noir, complemented by some very special Chardonnay vines. This site enjoys the maritime influences of the Pacific Ocean, in particular the fog and cooling winds provide the perfect conditions for a longer growing season. The lower portion of La Rinconada is a sandy loam, which transitions to more clay loam mixed with diatomaceous earth, alluvium soils and shale on the hills closer to Sanford & Benedict.

Tasting Notes

“Baked orange, coconut flake and hazelnut aromas converge on the inviting nose of this bottling. There’s a firm tension to the palate, where approachable tangerine flavors meet with light, intriguing hints of peppermint and herb toward the finish.” — Matt Kettmann 92 Pts Wine Enthusiast

Food Pairings

Pasta with Sardines, Bread Crumbs and Capers (NY Times Recipe), Tuna Jalapeño Crudo, Oysters or Chicken Paillard.

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