2023 Chardonnay, Kite Tail

Sweet notes of orange blossom, lime zest, and a hint of sea breeze introduce this bright, mineral-driven Chardonnay. Layers of citrus and subtle stone fruit unfold on the palate, leading to a clean, wet slate finish with a touch of salinity. Crafted from our Old Wente vines at Tai Vineyard in Los Carneros, Kite Tail reflects the windswept hills of Los Carneros, where fresh bay breezes and the scent of wild herbs, grasses, and flowers shape the landscape.

HARVEST

Date: September 29th – October 23rd, 2023

FERMENTATION & AGING

Fermentation: 24 days

Barrel Aging: 10 months in French oak (40% new), 4 months in Stainless Steel

WINE

Blend: 100% Chardonnay

Alcohol: 14.1%

Acid: 7.2 g/l

pH: 3.44

100% Estate Grown

100% Napa Valley, Los Carneros