Poppy, Chardonnay 2018

Harvested with the chill of October nights these grapes were delivered directly to the press with no crushing. After 24 hours of cold settling, the juice was clean racked into three component programs. Program one, cold (50ºF.), slow fermentation in stainless steel tank to emphasize the fruit and acidity. Program two, small barrel fermentation for a relatively warm 65ºF with lees aging and secondary malo-lactic fermentation. Program three, middle road, fermentation in stainless steel tank on French oak, with lees stirring at temperatures ranging from 54–60ºF followed by halfway secondary malo-lactic fermentation. From these three programs, the final blend was assembled reflecting 80% aged on oak with 40% fermented in small barrels and 30% stainless steel only, non-oaked. Partial malo-lactic fermentation ensures the wine will have a creamy richness balanced by bright fruit acidity.

Poppy, located in Monterey Wine Country, was founded by the Silva Family, who in 2003 endeavored to channel their passions into a carefully crafted wine with a focus on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Poppy wines are produced from vineyards located in the Santa Lucia Highlands, Arroyo Seco, Monterey and Paso Robles Appellations nestled along California’s Central Coast. Our Careful selection of vineyards ensures that you experience the best of California in every glass.