Lothian Vineyards Chardonnay Branco

Hand-harvested at full maturity. The fruit was all pressed, with a period of skin contact. Fermentation was initiated in stainless steel with ambient yeast. The fermenting juice was transferred to a selection of French barriques, followed by a period of battonage to strengthen the wine’s mid-palate. Nine months of barrel maturation on the fine lees enriched the wine and increased its richness. Before bottling, the wine was lightly filtered to preserve its integrity. Made from 100% Chardonnay, the nose exudes ripe stone fruit, lemon zest, and pineapple slices. Clean, refreshing acidity supports the ripe yellow-fruit profile, complexed by vanilla bean spice and an oatmeal texture. Contains sulfites.