Chardonnay, Vina Robles, Monterey, CA, 2020

Winemaker's Notes

We grow our Chardonnay fruit on our Mistral Vineyard in southern Monterey, where its
proximity to the bay and Pacific breezes create the perfect environment for this cool
climate variety. The grapes were picked early in the morning and immediately delivered to
the winery. The fruit was pressed and the juice was then chilled down to 40°F for 48
hours to allow the sediment to settle. Afterwards, the juice was racked to both stainless
steel tanks and French oak barrels for fermentation. The wine was then aged on its lees for
six months to increase complexity and enrich the mouthfeel.

History

Growers and makers of expressive, approachable estate wines from Paso Robles, California, Vina Robles owns and farms six estate SIP® Certified Sustainable vineyards in five sub-districts in the region. First class hospitality service is offered by way of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core. The vineyards & winery are owned and managed by two Swiss families who have been farming winegrapes in Paso Robles for more than 20 years

Known primarily for their Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the Vina Robles lineup includes small lots of a wide range of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg implements modern technologies to make his estate wines with minimal intervention.