Bishop's Peak Chardonnay

The goal with the Bishop's Peak Chardonnay is to produce wine that reflects the distinct aroma and flavor of cool climate chardonnay in the purest way possible. Consequently no new oak barrels are used for fermentation or aging. The 2016 vintage was produced entirely from Oliver's Vineyard in the Edna Valley predominantly in stainless steel with some neutral French oak barrels. The 2016 vintage of Bishop's Peak Chardonnay is light straw in appearance and reveals aromas of lemon white peach and jasmine. On the palate intriguing notes of orange creamsicle pear juice and lime zest are enhanced by a chalky minerality. Try pairing this refreshing chardonnay with oysters on the half shell or linguini with clams. Vineyard Notes: The 2016 growing season was one of the very best in the 30 year history of Talley Vineyards. After four years of severe drought El Nino conditions brought the most rainfall to the region since 2011. After a cool and windy spring temperatures throughout the