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Firestone - Santa Ynez Valley - Chardonnay label

Firestone - Santa Ynez Valley - Chardonnay 2014

  • Blend 100% Chardonnay
  • Country USA
  • Region California
  • UPC 0 82915 00131 0
White Wine

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Item# 72025-14

Estate

Founded in 1972, Firestone was the first major estate winery to sink roots in the Santa Ynez Valley. The winery’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean, a mere 26 miles to the west, ensures a relatively mild and arid climate throughout the year. The moderate weather and complex, rocky soils make this a perfect setting for our 340 acres of Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundian varieties.

Tasting Notes

Santa Ynez Valley Chardonnay is crisp and full with aromas and flavors of yellow apple, stone fruit, citrus zest, vanilla, and caramel. The palate is richly textured and full yet it still maintains a bright acidity for a soft and balanced finish.

Vinification

2014 was another vintage of both high quality and quantity of fruit. We had an early bud break, which began in the last week of February, and a warm spring that led to slightly earlier bloom and fruit set. Few incidents of frost and a warmer than average summer allowed the grapes to ripen at an optimal pace. We harvested the fruit September 12th-23rd, 2014 in cool temperatures to ensure cold fruit at pressing.