2022 Lorenzo Vineyard Chardonnay

Lorenzo Vineyard, made famous by Helen Turley of Marcassin, is located in the Santa Rosa plains of the Russian River Valley was established in 1973 and is one of the oldest chardonnay plantings in the Russian River Valley. It is meticulously farmed by the Bazzano family and renowned for its track record of world-class quality.

$57

2022 was another drought year, however a well-timed Spring rain boosted vigor allowing the vines to create nice canopies for both shade and photosynthesis. The balance of the growing season remained relatively mild with some routine fog and cooling during the night and mornings. We harvested in late September
Notes of honeysuckle and concession-stand confectionary aromas from the county fair along with touches of vanilla and lime custard. Palate of excellent acid backbone along with pear and softer yellow fruits with late minerality. Very long, mouth-watering finish following tons of complexity throughout.
Lorenzo Vineyard, Russian River Valley, 14.2% Alcohol by Volume, 44 cases produced, <.01 residual sugar, 3.39 pH, 6.8 g/L TA, winemaker is Greg La Follette.