COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Kutch Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Kutch Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2021 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Sonoma Coast AVA in Sonoma County, California. It is produced by Kutch Wines, founded by Jamie Kutch, who transitioned from a career in finance to winemaking. The fruit is sourced exclusively from the Bohan vineyard, a family-owned farm established in 1971. Kutch Wines champions a philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to showcase the unique characteristics of the vineyard and the Sonoma Coast region.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€51
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from a single, 4th generation family vineyard planted in 1971.
Fact 02
Winemaker Jamie Kutch transitioned from Wall Street to winemaking.
Fact 03
Minimal intervention is a core philosophy of Kutch Wines.
Fact 04
This wine is produced in a limited quantity of 3000 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Kutch Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2021 is crafted using a minimal intervention approach. The winemaking process includes native malolactic fermentation. Following fermentation, the wine is aged entirely in neutral oak barrique for a period of 11 to 16 months. During this aging period, the wine is kept sur lie, which contributes to its texture and complexity. Winemaker Jamie Kutch is noted for his practice of picking grapes earlier than is typical in the region, a technique intended to maintain the wine's freshness and acidity.
