Failla

Chardonnay 'Sonoma Coast'

Chardonnay 'Sonoma Coast'

Chardonnay Sonoma Coast
  • Practicing Organic/Sustainable
  • 100% Chardonnay
  • 60% estate-grown fruit from Olivet Ranch as well as fruit from their single-vineyard bottlings
  • Native yeast fermentation (5% skin-fermented)
  • Full malolactic fermentation
  • Aged in 25% concrete egg, fermented in 10% new French oak, 25% foudre, 5% amphora, 10% stainless steel, and 25% neutral puncheon

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Sonoma Coast
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle US-FAI-10-23 12/750ml

Press & Reviews

Vinous
Score
93
Date
2026-06-12
"The 2023 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast) shows just how compelling the vintage is, even among appellation-level wines. Apricot, peach, tangerine peel and tropical inflections all grace a Chardonnay that offers notable brightness and fruit depth. Layered and enveloping, the 2023 is seriously gorgeous. I like it even more today than I did a year ago."

REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES

VinePair
Score
95
Date
2024-05-02
"Failla is a path of passion for winemaker Ehren Jordan. He focuses on cool-climate sites and cool-climate friendly grapes including Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Chardonnay. This Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is a beautiful example of how cool-climate expressions of this grape can shine. The nose is fragrant with notes of jasmine, citrus, and green herbs. The palate is elegant with supple depth and wonderful acidity. It's a pleasure to sip."
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2023-06-01