Brewer-Clifton
3D Chardonnay
2013
Sta. Rita Hills
$125
750ml
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caramelized lemon, salty minerality, grilled peach, honey
The primary emphasis of the predominately sandy 10-acre Sta. Rita Hills vineyard is Chardonnay, with equal amounts of five clones planted (4, 76, Hyde, Mount Eden and Sea Smoke Wente). In addition to Chardonnay, there is a smaller field of Pinot Noir planted to Swan, Pommard, 667 and 828 clones.
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Jeb Dunnuck,
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Flavors
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Meyer Lemon
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Key Lime
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Grilled Peach
Aromas
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Orchard Fruit
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White Flower
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Ripe Lemon
Winemaking
Only neutral barrels are employed. We strive for whole cluster fermentation. We farm with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful Sta. Rita Hills fruit. All of the wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.
Vineyard
The primary emphasis of the predominantly sandy 10-acre vineyard is Chardonnay, with equal amounts of five clones planted (4, 76, Hyde, Mount Eden, and Wente, selection from the original planting at Nielson).
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