Monte Creek Chardonnay

Through quality, innovation and sustainability, Monte Creek Winery in the Thompson Valley is turning unique growing conditions into award-winning premium wines.

This Chardonnay underwent wild fermentation for roughly 60 days and was aged sur lie. About 25% was aged in our three Concrete Eggs. The shape of these eggs allows for natural movement in the vessels, which causes the wine to stir slowly. The remaining 75% was aged in French oak, and a small amount underwent Batonnage. This mixed-use of technique was used to integrate oak slightly but to preserve the acidity.