SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $51.99 EACH [ON SALE: WAS $57.99]

PRODUCER

ERNEST Vineyards

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

WHitE

REGION, COUNTRY

SONOMA, California, United States

GRAPE

CHARDONNAY

 

Winemaker Notes

Two new vineyard sources are at the core of this blend. From alluvial soils slightly further inland than our West Sonoma Coast Estate, young vine Old Wente and old vine Clone 4 combine to capture the essence of how we, at Ernest, view Chardonnay. Ripening earlier in the season, these grapes are picked with the acid still very intact but with full physiological ripeness. The old vines giving us full pear and ripe apples notes while the Old Wente drives the palate with minerality and verve. Native fermentations in 228L French Oak barrels, 25% of which are new, this wine was bottled after 10 months on the lees, and a light filtration.

A bright canary yellow wine with clear and luscious golden hues. The fruit notes are reminiscent of Asian pears and loquats with hints of sour unripe pineapples. The minerality is also up-front with nuances of ocean air, wet sands, and oyster shells. For Burgundy lovers, this Chardonnay has the subtlety of flavors and exuberance of acidity and terroir. This is without a doubt a “wine of place” our newest AVA - the maritime-influenced 'West Sonoma Coast'.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $42.99 EACH

PRODUCER

ERNEST Vineyards

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

SONOMA, California, United States

GRAPE

Pinot Noir

 

Winemaker Notes 

The Freestone Valley experienced several days under smoke in 2020, but we were able to harvest the fruit and review options at the winery. Although not a vintage for Ernest single-vineyard wines, we wanted to explore what was possible with some thoughtful vinification and filtration. The primary fermentation included whole cluster for a supportive tannin in the finished wine. After press, the wine was aged in neutral oak.

Cheerful and juicy with clear characteristics of a cool climate wine with aromas ranging from concentrated cherries and pomegranate seeds. Silky mouthfeel balancing earthy tones with generous red fruit and easy tannins.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $51.99 EACH

PRODUCER

ERNEST Vineyards

VINTAGE

2019

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

SONOMA, California, United States

GRAPE

CABERNET