Marine Layer – Chardonnay Aries

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Sonoma

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White

The Facts

UPCs 2024 (12pk/750ml) - 8 50063 59101 0

Origins USA - CA > Sonoma > Sonoma Coast

Appellation Sonoma Coast

Varietal Chardonnay

Cepage 100% Chardonnay

Winemaking Hand-picked at night, whole cluster direct to press. Cold settled for 24 hours, then put into concrete egg and oak puncheon, 20% new. Cool native ferment at 58-60°F for 10-14 days. Spontaneous/native fermentation; the wine undergoes 100% malolactic. Gentle lees stirring once per month through May. After aging 11 months, the blend is assembled and racked gently to tank. Unfined and lightly filtered.

Alcohol by Volume 13.0%

Markets Texas

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The Character

Tasting Notes The 2024 Aries Chardonnay shines with a pale yellow hue and aromas of lemongrass and Meyer lemon curd, wrapped in notes of brioche and graham cracker. On the palate, it’s bright and quenching, with citrus peel, subtle hints of straw, and a clean, mineral backbone. Vibrant acidity carries the layered flavors seamlessly, while a touch of barrel influence adds depth. With its poised structure and refined character, the 2024 vintage is a classic, cool-climate, coastal Californian Chardonnay: elegant and expressive, yet layered with depth and effortlessly graceful.

Awards 94pts Vinous, 93pts James Suckling

The Story

Aries Chardonnay is a thoughtfully crafted selection of barrels sourced from our premier single vineyard Chardonnays, showcasing the finest expressions from key sub-AVAs within the revered Sonoma Coast. Included are key vineyard sites in the GreenValley and Petaluma Gap sub-AVAs, complemented by our very own Marine Layer Vineyard Chardonnay nestled in the Sebastopol Hills. These sites, characterized by their foggy, cool evenings, distinctive microclimates, and varied soil compositions, collectively define the sought-after terroir of the Sonoma Coast. Bright and vibrant, yet mineral-driven and nuanced.

About Marine Layer

Producer Story

Driven by a commitment to exploration, precision, and ingenuity, Marine Layer Wines embraces an artisanal approach to winemaking. Our dedication to sustainability, heritage clones, meticulous hand-harvesting, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence serves as the cornerstone of our ethos.

Producer Story

Driven by a commitment to exploration, precision, and ingenuity, Marine Layer Wines embraces an artisanal approach to winemaking. Our dedication to sustainability, heritage clones, meticulous hand-harvesting, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence serves as the cornerstone of our ethos.