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Brewer-Clifton - Gnesa - Chardonnay 2012
Philosophy
At Brewer - Clifton, we believe that the geographic, geologic and climatic uniqueness of the Sta. Rita Hills appellation provide an ideal place to grow chardonnay and pinot noir of intensity, complexity and specificity. Our mission and indeed our passion is to present wines that convey the characteristics inherent to each of these sites, with uncompromising quality.
Cellaring
All of the single vineyard wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.
Craft
Only neutral Sirugue barrels are used for 12-18mos. Whole Cluster pressed chardonnay. We do not promote or prohibit malolatic fermentation, allowing wine to be in balance, bright and elegant.
Farming
All vineyards are located within 8 miles of the winery and all grapes are harvested in the cool, early morning, arriving to the winery by 8:00 am.
This focus achieves ultimate quality and balance in the wines
Vineyard
Gnesa We began working with this four-acre "secret spot" vineyard in 2007 when the majority of the fruit was destined for our Sta. Rita Hills bottling. The vineyard was originally planted in 1996 with self-rooted chardonnay, clone 4, by the Gnesa (pronounced knee-sa) family who farmed with tremendous care and attention through the 2008 harvest. We feel privileged and flattered that they entrusted us with the management of the vineyard starting in 2009. From that vintage we are able to offer a single-vintage bottling and continue to integrate the fruit into our appellation bottling.
