Description
Laetitia Estate Chardonnay
Since 1982, the Laetitia Vineyard & Winery has produced elegant wines that champion the exceptional character and diversity of the Arroyo Grande Valley AVA. Originally founded by an established French Champagne house, the Laetitia estate carries on in the longstanding traditions of Burgundy and Champagne with a focus on small-lot Pinot Noir and sparkling wines. Valuing legacy, balance, innovation, and sustainable practices from harvest to glass, the Laetitia team works meticulously from vintage to vintage to ensure that every bottle of Laetitia wine is as expressive as the coastal land from which it originates.
Vineyards
The 2016 growing season is considered our warmest since we started keeping record. Vine growth was advanced and fruit yield was heavier compared to years passed. The higher crop load was surprising since we received extremely low rainfall totals during the winter months. Irrigation was implemented early in 2016 because winter rainfall was unable to fill the soil profile. Mother Nature rewarded the vineyard with exceptional bloom weather which resulted in healthy fruitset. From fruitset to harvest, temperatures were moderate and we saw very long growing days with temperatures increasing early and remaining steady throughout the day. The weather continued to remain cooperative through fruit ripening with dry warm days.
Vinification
The grapes were whole-cluster-pressed and went through 75% secondary malolactic fermentation until naturally arrested at blending. Each barrel was tasted individually when blended to create an exquisitely balanced 2016 Estate Chardonnay that is true to its varietal roots with a hint of the signature “Laetitia Spice.”
Tasting Notes
Only the best French oak is used to age Laetitia Chardonnay. The 2016 vintage was aged in 25% new François Frères and Rousseau barrels for nine months. This Chardonnay offers a spicy anise character that weaves throughout the honeyed finish and crisp acidity. Ripe and delicious, this brings the richness of honey and the rigor of minerality into perfect balance.
Laetitia Estate Chardonnay Notes To Your Senses:
- APPEARANCE: Golden yellow
- AROMA: Ripe citrus fruit, and mineral notes
- TASTE: Rich and delicious notes of honey, mingle with minerality and tropical fruits
- FINISH: Nuances of oak are balanced out by notes of honey
- ABV: 13.4%
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