
Winemaker Philippe Melka's Tasting Notes
"The 2023 is a classic expression of a cooler season creating unique aromatics of marzipan, mint, bright pear, apricot and hint of white flowers on the 2023 Parallel Sonoma Valley Chardonnay. On the palate, great texture is blended with acidity and tension, flavors of white peach, mint, passion fruit and jasmine. The wine has great weight with layers of creamy butterscotch notes mixed with vanilla and light oak expression. The finish is long and lingering carried by the great acid and complexity. Enjoy now and over the next 10+ years."
234 CASES PRODUCED
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sonoma Valley
Harvest Date
October 10, 2023
Aging
Aged in Burgundy-style French oak barrels for 16 months sur lie
Fermentation
No Malolactic Fermentation
Bottling Date
February 18, 2025
Alcohol %
14.1
Wine Profile
Production
234 cases produced