2023 Chardonnay Small Vines Sonoma Coast 0,75l

2023 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast – Small Vines – Kalifornien 

Local wine

origin

The Chardonnay from Small Vines comes from Sonoma Coast AVA in California, one of the coolest regions for elegant Chardonnay styles. The vineyards are located near the Pacific Ocean and are characterized by cool coastal climate, fog and strong temperature differences, which results in long, slow ripening is made possible.

Small Vines was created by Paul and Kathryn Sloan Founded with the aim of producing wines modeled after great Burgundian terroirs. Central to this is the High-density planting in the European style, which lead to very low yields and leads to high concentration.

Expansion

The grapes were Read by hand during the cool night hours and gently pressed. Fermentation took place with natural yeasts and the expansion predominantly in French wooden barrelsThe ripeness on the Fine yeast (10–11 months) It gives the wine additional depth and texture. The wine was unfiltered and unvarnished bottled.

Aroma and taste

The nose shows signs of this Citrus fruits, green apple and white blossoms, accompanied by fine roasted aromasThe wine has an effect on the palate. tight and precise, with creamy texture and living acidThe reverberation is long, mineral and elegant.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal grilled fish, seafood or poultryEqually suitable for Pasta with creamy sauces, mushroom dishes or mildly matured hard cheeseServed at 10–12 °C.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2023 in Sonoma Coast was characterized by a cool summer and a late harvest startThe wines show a balanced acidity, clear structure and good aging potential.

Conclusion

The 2023 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast from Small Vines stands for a elegant, Burgundian-inspired styleWith clear fruit, fine oak integration and mineral tension, it combines Finesse and structure.