2020 PETER MICHAEL CHARDONNAY LA CARRIERE, KNIGHTS VALLEY SONOMA COUNTY CALIFORNIA

The vineyard’s shallow rocky soils from volcanic origin provide excellent drainage, low fertility, and usually the lowest yields on the estate. La Carrière, with its concentrated ‘liquid minerality,’ effectively reflects its mountainous origin.

The wine sees 100% natural fermentation in 100% new French oak before being barrel-aged sur lies 12 months with weekly bâtonnage. The final wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.