Tasting Notes
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Our 2014 Chardonnay has great acidity, bright notes of orange peel and lemon prevail. Papaya and nectarine aromatics add a lot of great tropical fruit to the wine. On the palate, a roundness is present due to the malolactic fermentation. Flavors of pineapple and lemon tart create a crisp and elegant finish. The balance of this wine make it a perfect candidate for a bevy of dishes. Try pairing with halibut with lemon butter atop of rice pilaf or a delicious vegetable stir-fry with soy sauce.
The Clarksburg AVA is an up and coming wine region located in California’s Sacramento Delta. The area was quickly discovered by grape growers attracted by a microclimate which closely mirrored that of nearby Napa Valley. The soils here are a combination of poorly-draining clay and rich loam, meaning vines experience nutrient-rich and sometimes arid conditions. During the growing season, warm days give way to cooling afternoon breezes from the San Francisco Bay, dropping temperatures down 30 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit from their daytime highs. This mass of cool air allows wine grapes to retain more acidity than those grown in similarly warm regions.
The 2014 vintage was on par with the year prior, moderate rains came in early spring to start the growing season. Perfectly warm and dry weather persisted into the summer, with ideal temperatures and only a few heat spikes, providing for great harvest conditions. Clarksburg is a special place in California, winemakers and growers don’t need to worry about the statewide drought here due to the large flow of water coming through the Delta. This appellation is unique in the fact that if you dig 4-6 feet into the ground, you will nd an abundance of water. The fruit that came off the vine in 2014 had developed great color, concentrated flavors and balanced structure and acidity.
Sourced from the upcoming Clarksburg appellation, The Crusher is a tribute to the fundamental relationship between the grower and the winemaker. From the vineyard to the crusher to your table, The Crusher captures the freshness of this world-class growing region, which is just beginning to emerge on the wine scene.
