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2016 Migration Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay Dierberg Vineyard

2016 Migration Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay Dierberg Vineyard

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Migration is dedicated to crafting Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the finest cool-climate winegrowing regions to create wines that highlight lush fruit, bright acidity and impeccably balanced oak. Located atop a mesa overlooking the Santa Maria River, Dierberg Vineyard has emerged as one of Santa Maria Valley’s great Chardonnay sites. Grown in sandy soils, Dierberg’s meticulously farmed vines face the full force of the winds that sweep off the Pacific, producing low yields of concentrated Chardonnay. The result is a wine with length and force that is highlighted by bright acidity and beautiful peach, nectarine and white flower aromatics.

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Wine Profile

Production Notes
Varietal Content: 100% Chardonnay; Cooperage: 100% French oak, 35% New Oak, and 65% Neutral
Winemaker Notes
Vivid and alluring, this lovely wine begins with aromas of citrus, white flowers, Honeycrisp apple and pear, as well as hints of vanilla from aging in French oak. On the palate, Dierberg’s signature racy acidity adds poise and definition, framing the citrus and orchard fruit flavors, and carrying the wine to a long, refreshing finish.
Production
The California drought continued with winter temperatures ranging from 5 to 10 degrees warmer than average, which resulted in rapid vine growth. Come spring, the temperature fell, and a coastal fog layer arrived like clockwork every morning, in the Santa Maria Valley. While a cool May produced a smaller fruit set than average, a mildly warm summer and slightly cool August allowed for ideal hangtime, yielding small and concentrated berries with delicious varietal character.
Other Notes
Released: March 2018

Wine Specs

Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Santa Maria Valley
Vineyard Designation
Dierberg Vineyard
Harvest Date
September 6, 2016
Sugar
23.7° Brix at harvest
Acid
0.55g/100 ml titratable acidity
pH
3.29
Aging
10 Months in Barrel
Fermentation
75% Malolactic Fermentation
Alcohol %
13.9
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