This blend is comprised of 3D,
Machado, Acin and Hapgood vineyards:
3D: The primary emphasis of
the predominantly sandy 10 acre vineyard is chardonnay, with five clones
planted in addition to chardonnay, there is a smaller field of pinot noir
planted to Swan, Pommard and 667 clones.
MACHADO: 15 acre parcel on the Machado family land is located adjacent to Clos Pepe and immediately behind
the Kessler-Haak vineyard. The site is marked by a gorgeous rolling terrain
with sandy clay loam soils.
HAPGOOD: In slightly richer
soil, the vineyard is planted to the Mount Eden selection of chardonnay. The
elevated clay loam content results in larger volume and a more dense palate
expression. Our most recent installation, planted in 2010, is this small 2 1/2
acre section of pinot noir planted to Merry Edwards clone.
This wine has flavors of dried fig, white truffle, and ripe cherry. With scents of pomegranate, white tea, and raspberry. It is very savory in texture.