2021 Lincourt Steel Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast
Our 2021 Steel Chardonnay has aromatics of bright lemon-lime zest with hints of crisp green apple. On the palate, the soft nuances of fresh pineapple and notes of white peach bring out the lean acidity on the finish. This refreshing Chardonnay is the perfect pool-side spring and summertime wine.
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Harvest Date
September 8 - October 23, 2021
Acid
7.4 g/L
pH
3.38
Bottling Date
December 6, 2021
Alcohol %
14.3
Wine Enthusiast
90
Production Notes
The grapes were handpicked in the cool, early morning hours to retain fruit integrity. After whole cluster pressing, the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks using a special yeast strain that is ideal for cool-climate Chardonnay. To emphasize freshness, varietal purity and regional character, malolactic fermentation was prevented.
Vineyard Notes
The 2021 vintage was marked by a cooler, and longer growing season which provided fruit of wonderful concentration. The moderate weather throughout the year in the Sta. Rita Hills provided incredible fruit quality and balanced acid levels. Harvest was completed on October 23, 2021.
Production
2,406 cases