2022 JORDAN RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY In 1972, a vision took root in California's Alexander Valley. Inspired by the timeless Bordeaux tradition, Tom and Sally Jordan embarked on a quest to craft wines that seamlessly blend Old World finesse with the vibrancy of New World fruit. The result? Jordan Winery, a haven for sustainable viticulture and exceptional wines. Their meticulous approach begins with estate-grown grapes and carefully selected fruit from noteworthy Alexander Valley growers. Sustainable practices are paramount, ensuring the land's health for generations to come while yielding grapes of unparalleled quality with minimal environmental impact. WINERY NOTES: A vibrant bouquet of ripe Meyer lemon and orange blossom entices the palate from the start. Each sip is a symphony of opulence and freshness, where juicy citrus, Honeycrisp apple and grapefruit mingle seamlessly with subtle nuances of French oak, all upheld by a lively acidity. Enjoy now or cellar through 2032. Clusters destemmed and gently pressed at night to extract freshness and acidity while avoiding astringent phenolic character from the skins. Inoculated and fermented 12 days in 46% new French oak barrels, 6% in concrete eggs and 48% in stainless steel tanks. Bâtonnage was limited to six weeks and malolactic fermentation to 28% to ensure that aromas were not masked by a buttery component.