Gary Farrell Chardonnay 'Olivet Lane' (2023)

Olivet Lane Vineyard was planted in 1975 to Wente selection on AXR rootstock. The vineyard sits on 65 acres of sloping benchland in the Santa Rosa Plain, in between the warmer Westside Road region and the cooler Green Valley, where
warm summer days are moderated by cool breezes and chilly evening temperatures. The combination of low  temperatures, regular fog intrusion, and well-drained loam, clay soils create an excellent environment for growing Chardonnay that develop cool-climate characteristics and impeccable acid at low sugars. The wines from this vineyard simultaneously express power and finesse, and they do so with tremendous balance.

Fresh apricot, tangerine and lemon zest come together in a layered, expressive aromatic profile, accented by notes of unripe peach, honeysuckle, and a hint of pie crust. On the palate, creamy textures and citrus-driven flavors unfold with a sense of ease and lift. Beautifully balanced, it’s a wine that doesn’t tip too far in any direction, and that’s exactly the point.