2025 NUTT ROAD CHARDONNAY
Nutt Road Vineyard is situated on gravelly loam soils over limestone and shale. The vineyard’s slope, air flow, and proximity to the lake support slow, balanced ripening: ideal conditions for cool-climate Chardonnay.
This is a bright, mineral-driven expression of Chardonnay, crafted entirely in stainless steel to preserve freshness and vineyard character. Gently pressed and cold-settled, the juice underwent a cool fermentation in stainless steel using selected neutral yeasts to retain varietal purity. The wine remained on fine lees for six months post-fermentation, with periodic bâtonnage (lees stirring) to build mid-palate texture, enhance complexity, and round out natural acidity.
90 points & Gold Medal, New York Wine Classic 2026
A Chardonnay of remarkable poise and precision, this wine glides across the palate with grace. Pale straw in the glass, it offers a compelling nose of green mango and white nectarine, layered with the wet-stone minerality that signals serious cool-climate provenance. The palate is taut and light-bodied, threading bright, mouthwatering acidity through orchard fruit including crisp green apple and underripe pear, with whispers of petrichor and a deft brush of crème fraîche lending subtle texture. The finish is long and luminous, lifted by a twist of lemon zest and a saline echo that invites the next sip. A study in restraint and tension.
100% Chardonnay
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