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‘Ma Princesse’

Russian River Chardonnay

On the river bench of Somona County’s Russian River, this vineyard benefits from Goldridge soil containing metamorphic rock. The cuttings come from the Old Wente field selection, renowned for excellent quality and minerality. Its concentration originates from the typically petite size of the berries. Handcrafted using classical Burgundian techniques, this wine is dedicated to Luc and Jodie’s daughter, Claire Morlet. It is ‘My Princess’ or ‘Ma Princesse.’

Winemaker notes:

Straw yellow color with aromas of lemon drop, Reinette apple skin and fresh herbs (chamomile). Full-bodied and concentrated, ‘Ma Princesse’ consistently displays a creamy and rich texture which coats the palate for a very long time. Built to age gracefully for over a decade, this wine will gain being cellared for six months to a year before starting to reveal itself.

Luc Morlet

Property Name

‘Ma Princesse’

Name meaning

My Princess; petit size of the Old Wente berries; named in honor of our daughter Claire Morlet

Varietal composition

Chardonnay

Type of wine

Vineyard designated

Appellation

Russian River Valley

Vineyard singularity

Located on the hillside by the riverbank; 35-100 feet elevation; southern exposure; Goldridge and volcanic soils

Typical harvest date

Mid-October

Picking

Night pick; manual; small lugs; refrigerated truck

Sorting

Cluster-by-cluster

Fermentation

In barrel through native yeast

Upbringing

Malolactic; sur lies with bâtonnage; French Oak from selected artisan Coopers

Bottling

Unfined, unfiltered

Ideal cellaring

3 to 5 years after harvest date

Arc of aging

15 to 20 years

Serving

55-59°F (13-15°C); Decant when served young