Hanna Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, 2023 (Violet)

HANNA's 2023 Russian River Valley Chardonnay, awarded Double Gold at Sonoma County Harvest Fair, showcases the elegance of mature estate vineyards through precise winemaking and thoughtful oak integration.

INTRODUCTION
The 2023 HANNA Chardonnay represents the harmonious combination of two mature Russian River Valley estate vineyards, crafted during an exceptional vintage that allowed for extended hang time and optimal flavor development.

VINEYARD SOURCES
SLUSSER RANCH (est. 1992)
- Soil: Cortina gravelly loam
- Minimal irrigation needs
- Mature vines

HOME RANCH (est. 1990)
- Soil: Wright loam
- Strategic irrigation management
- 30-50 year old vines

2023 VINTAGE CONDITIONS
- Wet winter
- Cool spring and summer
- Moderate late season temperatures
- 2700 Degree-Days at Slusser
- Extended harvest window (Sept 18 - Oct 18)
- Bright acid retention

TECHNICAL DETAILS
BLEND
- 90% Chardonnay
- 10% Colombard

HARVEST METRICS
- Brix: 24.3°
- TA: 0.72 g/100 mL
- pH: 3.28

WINEMAKING
- Night harvesting
- Hand sorting
- Whole cluster pressing
- 72% Malolactic fermentation
- 6 months barrel aging
- 33% new French/European oak
- 4% six-month-old oak
- Multiple cooperages: Billon Treuil, Nadalie, Fouailly, Trust, Vernou, Damy

FINAL WINE SPECIFICATIONS
- Alcohol: 14.0%
- pH: 3.38
- TA: 0.7 g/100 mL
- RS: 0.27%
- Production: 4,800 cases
- Bottling: June 3-5, 2024
- Vegan friendly

TASTING PROFILE
AROMATICS
- Poached pear
- Quince flower
- Magnolia
- Orange blossom

PALATE
- Loquat
- Grilled lemon
- Almond-dusted fig
- Pineapple
- Rich texture
- Bright acidity
- Taut structure

ACCOLADES
Double Gold Medal - Sonoma County Harvest Fair 2024