Aromas of baked apple, graham cracker, lemon and pineapple are followed by flavours of Asian pear, orange-tangerine and notes of minerality.

100% barrel fermentation in 86% French oak (20% new.) All of the wine underwent secondary malolactic fermentation in barrel and was stirred every three weeks as it aged 6 months on the lees.

The 2021 La Crema Monterey Chardonnay vintage presents balanced acidity and a long finish.

About La Crema:

Over 30 years of experience working with chardonnay and pinot noir have established La Crema as a winery of consistent quality. La Crema produces wines from top cool-climate appellations to include; Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, Monterey and most recently Willamette. The unifying factors of all these sites are their cool, windy climates and marine-based soils.

La Crema's vineyards are all harvested by hand in the cooler morning hours. The winemaking techniques are primarily traditional with modern enhancements to ensure that the wines are true to both the variety and the terroir.

Chardonnays are whole-cluster pressed and fermented and aged in French oak on the lees with bi-monthly battonage to add texture and complexity.

The Pinot Noirs are cold soaked for five to eight days before fermentation in small, open-top fermenters and aged in a combination of new and used French oak barrels As with the Chardonnay, La Crema's Pinot Noirs are pure, accurate and reflective of their origin.

Outstanding vineyard sources, limited yields and artisanal wine making produce wines that receive high acclaim.

Technical Details:

Time in Barrel: 5-6 months
TA: 5.5g/L
PH: 3.50
Alc: 13.5%