COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Bogle Family Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bogle Family Vineyards 'Twenty Acres' 2023 is a white wine from California's Clarksburg region. It is a blend dominated by Chardonnay (89%) with the addition of Chenin Blanc (11%). The 'Twenty Acres' name honors the Bogle family's foundational vineyard planting by Warren Bogle in 1968. Bogle Family Vineyards is a family-owned operation with a history stretching back to 1870, currently managed by the sixth generation. The winery is dedicated to sustainable farming practices. The 2023 vintage was characterized by a cooler growing season, which supported slow ripening and intricate flavor development.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Twenty Acres' after the first vines planted by founder Warren Bogle in 1968.
Fact 02
A blend of 89% Chardonnay and 11% Chenin Blanc.
Fact 03
Recognized as American Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast in 2019.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the 'Twenty Acres' 2023 begins with sustainably grown grapes. The Chardonnay component is fermented sur lie for 10 to 14 months in a mix of new and used French and American oak barrels. The Chenin Blanc is fermented separately in stainless steel tanks. This dual approach to fermentation and aging contributes to the wine's complexity and balanced profile.
