Ray and Maree work closely with the Johns each year and are intimately involved in the decisions for their chosen blocks (they work with the same blocks and take 100% of the fruit) to ensure low yields picked at optimal ripeness
A portion of the wine is re-fermented on the skins from the Wilyabrup Bernard
A small parcel was selected from our century old vines for complex fruit flavours and seamless structure
The fermentation involved 35% whole clusters
Notes of fresh hints of plum and redcurrant
Racines, Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay 2022 cotes-du-jura Ray and Maree work closelyRacines Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay showcases the beauty of the Santa Rita Hills terroir in California. Made with grapes grown in limestone rich soils, the wine is crisp and bright with a refreshing acidity. The nose features aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus, while the palate brings flavors of white peach, apricot, and hints of vanilla. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, which impart subtle notes of toast and spice to the finish. This