This Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay comes from estate vineyards and captures the essence of this exceptional land. Gently whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented in French oak, this Chardonnay’s white flowers and lemon peel accents are bright, gracious, and finely sculpted. It’s medium-bodied, round, nicely balanced, and supple, with a charming style that’s a joy to drink.

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points

About Sanford Winery

In 1971 Sanford Winery and Vineyards discovered an overlooked, grape-growing treasure in the Sta. Rita Hills. Recognizing a magical combination of climate and soil conditions much like those in France’s famed Burgundy province, Sanford planted the area’s first Pinot Noir in its Sanford & Benedict vineyard.

Pinot Noir has thrived in the Sta. Rita Hills ever since, and so has Sanford Winery. The pioneering winery’s Pinot Noir ranks among the best and most distinctive in the world. And Sanford’s leadership helped put Santa Barbara and the Sta. Rita Hills on the map of the world’s great wine regions. Certified as an American Viticultural Area (AVA) in 2001, today the area is renowned for its Chardonnay as well as Pinot Noir