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2013 Fess Parker Ashley's Chardonnay
2013 Fess Parker Ashley's Chardonnay

Fess Parker Winery
2013 Ashley's Chardonnay

90 points – Antonio Galloni's Vinous

As California's Central Coast region gains recognition, a lot has been made about the cooler Sta. Rita Hills AVA being perfect for Pinot.  However, a few insightful critics, and several savvy winemakers, have realized that this area has great potential for Chardonnay as well, which in recent vintages has been realized with critically acclaimed Chardonnays.  One such Chardonnay comes from one of our favorite producers, Fess Parker.

The 2013 Fess Parker Ashley's Chardonnay is bright yellow-gold. Ripe citrus fruits and melon on the perfumed nose. Fleshy and smooth in texture but lively as well, offering energetic orange, pear and honeydew flavors accented by hints of ginger and mace. Packs a punch but remains bright and lithe, with no excess fat. Finishes with very good focus and spicy persistence, the melon note repeating. 

Vineyard Source:  Ashley's Vineyard
Appellation:  Sta. Rita Hills
Composition:  100% Chardonnay
Barrel Aging:  8 months in 51% New French oak, 12% in 1-year old & 37% in 2-year or older French oak barrels
Harvest Date:  October 3 - October 18
Brix:  23.5-25.1
Alcohol:  14.1%
p.H.:  3.28
T.A.: 0.715 g/100ml
Production: 2062 cases


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