Beaulieu Vineyard

2022 Ranch No. 8 Maestro Chardonnay

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2022 Ranch No. 8 Maestro Chardonnay
Beaulieu Vineyard

2022 Ranch No. 8 Maestro Chardonnay

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750mL

Opening with a flourish of lemon blossom, Golden Delicious apple, and Asian pear
aromas, this bright Chardonnay captivates the senses from the first swirl. A subtle
base note of vanilla adds depth to the inviting nose. Juicy pineapple and melon
delight the palate and harmonize sublimely with a creaminess from partial malolactic
fermentation. This interplay of balanced acidity defines the wine’s character and
gives it a beautiful texture that endures through the delicious finish.

Technical info

Alcohol 14.5%
Varietal Chardonnay

Winemaking

We harvested the grapes into small bins at night and rushed them to our winery. After gently pressing the whole clusters, we barrel fermented most of the wine in small oak barrels to add layers of flavor and texture complexity, while a small percentage went into stainless steel to preserve freshness and acidity. Once in barrel, stirring the lees during five months of aging enhanced the silky mouthfeel and integrated creamy nuances from partial malolactic fermentation. A small amount of fragrant Viognier is added to the blend, providing enticing floral nuances to the citrus fruit aromas.
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Vintage

The winter was characterized by warmth and dryness, with the arrival of rain and cooler weather only occurring towards the end of March. The mild spring allowed for a promising early beginning, while the summer surprised us with cool mornings and warmer afternoons. As a result, the harvest produced smaller berries concentrated in flavors and remarkable acidity, resulting in wines of balance and excellence.

Vineyard

The Ranch 8 Chardonnay is a single vineyard wine sourced exclusively from our BV Ranch No. 8 vineyard located in the Los Carneros American Viticultural Area (AVA) at the southern tip of Napa Valley. This cool, marine-influenced region gives the wine appealing aromatics of stone fruit, bright citrus, and floral notes.

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