2013
ONE-SIXTEEN, RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY
CHARDONNAY
VINEYARD DETAILS
VINEYARD Boudreaux, El Diablo, Heintz, Searby, Ulises Valdez, Martinelli’s Charles Ranch and Zio Tony
TECHNICAL DETAILS
HARVEST August 28 – October 6, 2013
FERMENTATION 95% barrel fermented (228 liter barriques), 5% concrete tank
OAK Aged 39% new French oak / 15 months
ALCOHOL 14.8%
PH 3.49
TA 6.0 g/L
BOTTLING DATE December 15-16, 2014
TASTING NOTES
AROMA
Granny Smith apple, tangerine, orange blossom and honeysuckle.
PALATE
Key lime and Meyer lemon zest. Fresh, lively fruit flavors with meringue-like texture and mouthwatering acidity.
2013 ONE-SIXTEEN, RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY
The marine influence that follows the Russian River inland from the Pacific coast is a powerful attribute of this region. The fog helps keep nights cool and offers vines a break from daytime temperatures. The seven famous Chardonnay vineyards that we work with for this wine are centered on the Green Valley neighborhood – the coolest part of the Russian River Valley. Here, fruit is allowed to mature a little more gracefully on the vine, which we find offers us more intensely focused flavors and generous natural acidity.
Fact of Note: From the Green Valley neighborhood.
THE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY is hallowed ground for lovers of great Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Here, the vines are submersed in clockwork fog and daytime temperature swings, which preserve the natural acidity essential to elegant, age-worthy wines. We work with a handful of the most beloved vineyards from this remarkable wine region considered by many to be the heartland of California Pinot Noir.
Within Russian River Valley, in a town tucked away from the main roads, you’ll find a community ranging from writer to artisan. The town of Graton is an area where local winemakers and growers take a respite and enjoy some of the many popular yet under-the-radar restaurants. During harvest, the little town is full of life and bustling.
