Wente Riva Ranch Chardonnay

Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay is an single vineyard white wine made by in Arroyo Seco, Monterey.

Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay is barrel fermented. 90% of the wine is  barrel fermented in a combination of 60% new and 40% second use French and American oak barrels which adds notes of vanilla and spice and a softer, fuller mouthfeel. The remaining 10% is stainless steel fermented which helps to preserve the natural vibrancy of the fruit. 100% malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged sur lie for 8 months in the same French and American oak barrels and batonnage is performed every two weeks. This adds a creamy note to the wine and enhances the texture.

Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay has bold oak aromatics,
complemented by rich tropical fruit such as pineapple to white  nectarine and sweet baking spices on the palate, finishing with a round mouthfeel.