Sandar & Hem 2019 Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, USA

Winemaker: Robert Bergstrom

Farming: Organic

Variety: Chardonnay

Terroir: Santa Cruz Mountains, multiple sites- rugged, rocky, high altitude and well draining mixed soils. Mindego Ridge Vineyard, Bald Mountain, and Bruzzone Vineyard.

Vinification: The destemmed whole-berry fruit was fermented and aged for 10 months in barrel and two months in stainless steel.

Tasting Note: Vibrant high-tone aromatics including notes of lime peel, Asian pear, and flint with a refreshing spine of zingy acidity on the palate typical of these cool climate sites. A touch of toast and cream from a bit of new oak.