Round Pond Kith & Kin Unoaked Napa Chardonnay 2022 (Stelvin)

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. 100% Chardonnay, stainless steel fermented and aged for 5 months.