C H A R D O N NAY
2013 VINTAGE
This Chardonnay brings together the best of three notable coastal California
wine regions that have proven to be ideal for growing Burgundian varieties.
Each area has dramatically different climates, topography and soil types,
producing Chardonnay with its own distinctive characteristics. For our
maiden vintage, we chose the following blend of components to create
the perfect balance between spice and fruit; weight and restraint;
crispness and creaminess.
49%
30%
21%
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
SONOMA COUNTY
MONTEREY COUNTY
Exotic sweet spice
and lively tropical fruit
Crisp apple
and lean minerality
Ripe stone fruit
and a round,
creamy texture
The 2013 growing season was exceptional along the entire California
coastline, with a dry, warm spring, prompting early bud-break, followed
by a textbook summer, free of any heat spikes. The long warm days
and cool nights gave us rich, ripe fruit, balanced with some nice
bright acidity. Each lot was kept separate in the winery so we could
tailor the winemaking techniques to enhance the unique regional
nuances. Upon unifying them together, we were able to create a
well-balanced Chardonnay that possesses the signature Meiomi
style – rich and ripe, with depth and complexity. Fermentation
took place in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless
steel tanks, retaining some of the vibrant fruit to contrast beautifully
against the rich, textural oak characteristics. All blend components
underwent 100% malolactic fermentation to add further
depth and roundness.
TASTING NOTES:
Light straw-gold in color, the bright, enticing layers of citrus fruit,
pineapple, subtle minerality and candied Asian pear aromas awaken
the senses, hinting at the intense fruit flavors to come. Exotic, warm
spice notes enhance the complex palate of succulent tropical fruit,
apple cream pie, peach, hazelnut and vanilla crème brulee.
The lush, creamy mouth-feel is nicely juxtaposed by a clean,
vibrant acidity that carries through from beginning to end.
- Joseph Wagner, Owner & Winemaker
MEIOMIWINES.com