
J. Moss 2016 Chardonnay, Carneros, Napa Valley, California, USA
J. Moss 2016 Chardonnay, Carneros, Napa Valley, California, USA
Winemaker: James Moss
Farming: Sustainable
Varieties: Chardonnay
Terroir: Cooler climate site from Los Carneros
Vinification: In three different vineyard waves, grapes were hand-picked, cold at night at 47° F, then gently whole cluster pressed to settle 24 hours. Each lot was racked into 100% French oak, 50% new, for cold, slow barrel fermentation with both native and artisan yeasts to preserve and elevate fruits and full texture. We stirred twice a month during complete malolactic fermentation, then aged sur-lie until bottling an extended, rich 18 month cuvee
Aging: 18 months in 50% French oak
Tasting Notes: Inviting silky, round texture with saturated fruits and balanced oak aromatics. Ripe tropical flavors of crushed pineapple, honeydew melon and honeycomb layered in harmony with baking spices, toasted almond, vanilla crème brulee and a kiss of butterscotch. Bright lemon zest completes its smooth extended finish. Drinking deliciously now, and will age gracefully with proper cellaring. This is truly a chardonnay lover dream enjoy