Member Price: $24 – $28
“An early-released Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage, this is already seriously delicious in a fresh, straightforward style. It was aged for five months in French oak but only 12% of the barrels were new, so the wine shows just a whiff of toast and a bit of spice on the palate. Peach and Golden apple notes hold center stage, with supporting tropical flavors recalling pineapple and mango."
93 points, Michael Franz, Tasting Panel
“Fresh peach, pear and mango flavors are fleshy and ripe, with notes of orange blossoms and dried apricot. The vibrant, mouthwatering acidity makes itself known, giving the flavors intensity and freshness."
90 points, MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator
Enticing in the glass, the wine opens with fresh aromas of ripe pear, Golden apple, and a touch of oak. Apricot, lemon zest, and baked apple flavors mingle with well-layered hints of orange blossom and a touch of minerality. The balanced acidity seamlessly integrates into the creamy mouthfeel, carrying a long, coating finish.
The 2023 vintage marked the end of our three-year drought, bringing nearly 30” of rainfall that contributed to the revitalization of our soil profiles and fostering robust canopy growth. The vintage was one of the mildest in the last 10 years which provided a long hangtime, allowing full flavor development leading to very expressive flavors and aromas. As soon as the fruit set after flowering, extensive hand work began in the vineyard opening the canopy to allow for full sun exposure on the fruit. This leads to full, concentrated flavor and ensures the fruit is as expressive as possible. The 2023 vintage will be one for the ages and we feel these wines truly capture the exceptional year.
This fruit is sourced from the heart of Russian River Valley where nightly ocean fog patterns create a cooling effect slows down the ripening process, preserving high acidity and increasing flavor development in the grapes. The vineyard is sustainably farmed and planted on well drained, loamy soils. We harvested grapes by hand in the cool of the night, picking fruit at varying ripeness levels to enhance aromatic layers and palate complexity. The fruit was gently pressed whole cluster to minimize skin contact and, again, preserve the grapes’ naturally high acidity. A portion of this wine was put through malolactic fermentation to soften its high acidity, broaden the palate, and add a touch of toasty bouquet to the nose.
Celebrate the season with our delightful Clams in White Wine and Saffron Sauce—a tantalizing fusion of flavors, perfect for al fresco gatherings. Pair with our Kith & Kin Chardonnay or Proprietary White Wine.
These garlic and shallot-stuffed fried green olives are absolutely delicious. They are fantastic as appetizers or served alongside a fresh green salad and paired with our luscious Kith & Kin Chardonnay
