Matthiasson 2021 Napa Valley Chardonnay

This is a wonderfully balanced California Chardonnay. The nose shows lemon oil, apricot, green apples, and a kiss of oak. The palate is just shy of moderate in weight with green apple, stone fruits, lemon and a good presence of oak to add texture and depth. D&M Tasting Notes

Winemaking for us is a natural extension of farming, and most of our grapes come from the seven vineyards that we farm in Napa and Sonoma. We love to explore classical expressions of different varieties, some well-known like Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon, and some rare like Ribolla Gialla or Refosco Dal Peduncula Rosso. In all cases we try to respect the purity of the variety and the individuality of the site. Our wines are refreshing, complement food, and are moderate in alcohol. By using our site-specific farming methods to grow intense fruit, coupled with careful restraint in the cellar, we strive to produce wine that is full flavored but impeccably balanced. Steve and Jill Matthiasson, Winemakers.