Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay Napa Valley 2022

• $46.00
• 1 mg
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100% Chardonnay. Sourced from the cool climate of Napa Valley, this Chardonnay is a light golden color with vibrant aromas of green apple, lemon, and pear, accented by hints of white flowers and baking spice. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, featuring flavors of ripe melon, lemon curd, crème brûlée, and vanilla. Fresh acidity and just-picked citrus flavors are balanced with subtle oak notes, delivering a long, balanced finish across the palate. When the grapes reached perfect ripeness, they were harvested overnight to maintain freshness and flavor. The cool grapes were pressed directly into tanks, and the juice was transferred to French oak barrels for fermentation. With just 9.5% malolactic fermentation, this Chardonnay fuses roundness with just enough refreshing acidity. After fermentation, the wine was aged in barrel for eight months with occasional lees stirring to enhance texture and fruit-driven complexity.