Introducing our latest addition: a Chardonnay that pays homage to Lukas' winemaking roots in the Margaret River Region of Western Australia. Crafted with meticulous care, this limited production of only 100 cases embodies the quintessential Aussie stylistic flair. Experience it for yourself and discover the essence of down-under sophistication. Like all our wines, it undergoes native yeast fermentation and remains unfined and unfiltered, preserving its true character from vineyard to glass.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Central Coast
Vineyard Designation
Oliver's Vineyard, SLO Coast AVA
Harvest Date
October 2022
Sugar
20.3
Acid
6.8
pH
3.24
Bottling Date
June 2023
Residual Sugar
0
Alcohol %
13.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Theoretically, there is a balance point between opulence and restraint for every California Chardonnay, and that point can only be hit by picking the fruit at just the right time and getting it into and out of a barrel at—again—just the right time. This seems exceedingly well timed, showing lovely fruit that adds a tropical (pineapple) note to the usual ripe apple and peach notes, with just enough spice to lend interest without intruding on the pure fruit at the wine’s core. Terrific work here. 95 Michael Franz
Awards
95 pts, Platinum, Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
93 pts, Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition
Vineyard Notes
Sourced from Oliver's Vineyard in San Luis Obispo Coast AVA District. Owned and looked after by Talley Vineyards Viticultralist Dave Terry. This vineyard is 10 miles from the ocean as the crow flies. It has dark volcanic soils and is surrounded by mountains.
Production Notes
This was the second year Lukas worked with Oliver's Vineyard, and he was pleased with the fruit profile. He did a portion in New French oak and stainless steel. After combining the two lots and aging them in stainless steel.
Production
113 cases