Gibbs Chardonnay Bacigalupi Vineyard (75cl)

A vineyard-designate Russian River Valley Chardonnay from Gibbs Vineyards, drawn exclusively from Bacigalupi Vineyard in Sonoma County. The wine is fermented in fifteen barrels, 60% new French oak, with regular bâtonnage during ageing to build richness and texture. It sits in the fuller-bodied, oak-influenced style of Russian River Chardonnay while preserving the vineyard's hallmark acidity. The nose opens with honeysuckle and ripe melon, then vanilla and toasted oak, with a subtle floral lift. The palate is round and luscious, with fleshy peach, apricot, pear, pineapple, yellow nectarine and honeycomb, finishing with butterscotch and butter notes. Bright acidity keeps it balanced. The finish is clean and moderately long, with crisp green apple and lemon zest and a whisper of toasted oak.