2023 Chappellet 'Grower Collection' Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay

Aromas of pineapple, orange zest, and lemon custard integrate with rich notes of brioche and crème fraîche. The palate is lush and creamy, featuring flavors of apricot and crème brûlée balanced by a beam of bright acidity.

The Sangiacomo family utilizes certified sustainable farming practices to manage this cool-climate site. In the cellar, winemaker Phillip Corallo-Titus employs whole-cluster pressing and barrel fermentation in 100% French oak. The wine undergoes 70% malolactic fermentation and matures for nine months in 35% new barrels to develop its layered mouthfeel.

This fruit is sourced from the Sangiacomo family’s Kiser Vineyard, located in the windswept Carneros region bordering San Pablo Bay. The site features heavy clay soils and a maritime climate, which allows the grapes to ripen slowly while maintaining their natural acidity.