2019 Sojourn Chardonnay Sonoma Coast

W I N E M A K E R N O T E S

The 2019 vintage was similar to 2018 in that the mild season allowed for long and slow maturation. The lack of major heat waves and virtually no rain during harvest allowed us to pick every vineyard block at optimal ripeness. The 2019 vintage was slightly lower yielding, which resulted in greater concentration in the wines. Balanced structures and rich flavors are consistent throughout the 2019 vintage wines. Each component in this blend was fermented separately in French oak barrels with 30% new oak. Lees were stirred regularly during fermentation and the first two months of aging. Malolactic fermentation was allowed to proceed in barrel before being stopped at 80%. The components were then blended together to create a winemaker's cuvée that is expressive of the cool climate, nuance, and balance of the Sonoma Coast appellation.