Vineyard
The Rochioli family has grown grapes on their property since the late ‘50s. The vineyard is now farmed by the third generation. Our 2021 Rochioli blend is 82% Mid-40 block and 18% River block.
Harvest Dates: Aug 31
Brix: 22.9˚
Soil: Yolo sandy loam and overwash, derived from sedimentary formation in alluvial fans
Clones: Our rows from Mid-40 block are Clones 5 (planted 1995) and 76 (1995 & 1998). Our rows from River block are Clone 5 (1989).
AVA: Russian River Valley
Winemaking
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Fermentation: We press whole grape clusters for phenolic delicacy. Native yeast and full native malolactic fermentation take place in barrel, with sur lies bâtonnage.
Aging: After aging 20 months in 20% new Taransaud Beaune French oak barrels, the Chardonnay was traditionally fined for clarity and texture and bottled without filtration in June 2023.
