COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
West Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The West Chardonnay 2021, named 'Alix,' is a single-varietal Chardonnay from West Wines, a family winery in Sonoma County's Dry Creek Valley AVA. The grapes are sourced from the producer's Creekside Estate, situated in gravel loam soils and influenced by the region's characteristic morning fog. The winery, owned by Katarina Bonde and Bengt Akerlind since 1998, draws inspiration from French winemaking traditions. Their commitment to sustainability is evident in their farming practices, including solar power usage and cover cropping.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Alix' after the owner's first grandchild.
Fact 02
West Wines exports to Europe, showcasing their international appeal.
Fact 03
Their Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2005 was served at the Nobel Prize dinner.
Fact 04
The winery utilizes solar power for energy needs.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The West Chardonnay 2021 is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Following harvest on September 21, 2021, the wine was aged for four months in neutral French oak barrels. Twenty-five percent of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation. The grapes are sourced from West Wines' Creekside Estate in Dry Creek Valley, grown in gravel loam soils. The winery practices sustainable farming, incorporating solar power and cover crops.
