Au Bon Climat, Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, California 2023 natural 20% new (maximum 1/3 Vosges

20% new (maximum 1/3 Vosges

Vineyards here are blessed with a great diversity of soils and microclimates

a herd of 600 ewes is scattered throughout the vineyard to produce organic fertilizer

After harvesting by hand

white meats

Au Bon Climat, Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, California 2023 natural 20% new (maximum 1/3 VosgesThis is a beautiful example of the Au Bon Climat style. The flinty, stony aromas stand out, while in the background there is an intriguing spice note of clove and nutmeg from sur lie barrel aging in somewhat neutral barrels for 10 months. Flavors and aromas of citrus and stone fruit, are finished with a beautiful lemon lime zest note. The wine is intense, but light on its feet and is built to compliment food, not over power food. Santa Barbara County