Fog Crest Vineyard was established in 1998 in the Russian River Valley American Viticultural Area of Sonoma County, California.
The 2018 Laguna West Chardonnay is scented of honey drizzled apples, pie crust, and fresh yellow and green tree fruits with soft lemon touched. Medium-bodied and fresh with ripe fruits and floral nuances coming through on the finish.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Aging
12 months
Bottling Date
August 2019
Alcohol %
13.5
Robert Parker
90
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
The vineyard soils are dominated by the Wilson Grove formation, a sandstone ridge that used to be beachfront property 3 to 5 million years ago. This fine-grained, marine sandstone yields the locally famous Goldridge-Sebastopol sandy loam soils. These influences combine to create a classic Burgundian terroir in the Russian River Valley.
Production Notes
2018 was despite a warm February, a cooler growing season in comparison to the previous few seasons. A cooler spring meant bloom lasted longer than usual, but the fruit set was consistent. Summer temperatures were moderate, with fewer heat spikes than in recent years. Veraison started later as well. Yields varied depending on site, variety, and clone but were above average.
Winemaker Notes
"A wine you instantly enjoy!" - Jérôme Chéry