2023 Madison County Chardonnay
2023 Madison County Chardonnay
Our 2023 Madison County Chardonnay highlights freshness and precision. This wine features vibrant aromas of bright green apple, citrus and white flowers. Light to medium bodied on the palate, the subtle savory notes of allspice and nutmeg perfectly frame the lively acidity, and there is a gentle pithiness on the finish.
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Size
750mL
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Chardonnay
Acid
5.6g/L
pH
3.39
Aging
Fermented and aged in barrel, a mix of large format 1000L and 500L, 25% new.
Bottling Date
2/17/25
Residual Sugar
1.1g/L (dry)
Alcohol %
12.8
Winemaker Notes
This vintage was sourced entirely from our estate vineyards. Our approach in the cellar was focused on developing a lovely texture while preserving the delicate aromatics and natural acidity from grapes that were picked at optimal ripeness. The wine was barrel fermented and aged for twelve months, then moved to stainless steel barrels for three additional months of aging on lees. The result is a wine with some roundness to the body while featuring the freshness and energy of the 2023 vintage.
Vineyard Notes
2023 was an excellent vintage with balanced whites and reds featuring ripe intensity and richness. It was one of the most recent standout vintages. After a very mild winter, we saw warm and dry days throughout the spring, leading into bloom time. Temperate weather throughout bloom resulted in fully set clusters. As the season progressed, we continued to experience very hot and dry days, along with cool nights, allowing for steady sugar accumulation and acid retention. With this exceptional season for ripening, our harvest started on the earlier side and provided wines with phenological ripeness and aromatic complexity.
Aging
Fermented and aged in barrel, a mix of large format 1000L and 500L, 25% new.
Food Pairing Notes
Pairs well with fresh seafood, poultry, and vegetable-driven dishes, especially those with creamy textures, delicate herbs, or subtle spice.