Chardonnay, "Bentrock Vineyard", The Hilt Estate, Santa Rita Hills, CA, 2019

Situated on the Hilt Estate are two vineyards renowned in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA for producing dynamic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir: The Bentrock Vineyard and the Radian Vineyard. Matt and the team proudly debuted their single vineyard bottlings in 2018, and their sophomore release does not disappoint! Situated over 500 feet above sea level, the Bentrock Vineyard is comprised of long, rolling hills that are reminiscent of some of Burgundy's most prized vineyard sites. Though the altitude is high, the ridges are not steep. These high elevations allow for a long, cool ripening season, so the grapes can accumulate ample sugars while still retaining fresh acidity. Aged in 33% new French oak barrels and 67% once and twice used barrels for 12 months