Description
North Coast
VINTAGE
Our 2023 vintage started out with frequent rainfall from winter into spring, which led to a later budbreak
compared to previous years. The late budbreak helped promote even shoot growth and strong vine balance
early on as everything came out at once rather than staggered stages of development. Into
September/October, the North Coast Appellation saw beautiful weather which yielded perfect ripening
conditions for harvest. The extended hang times and consistent mild weather patterns throughout the
growing season allowed for a deeper development of flavors, aromas, and structure.
VITICULTURE
The fruit used to craft this rich and flavorful North Coast Chardonnay comes from a variety of distinctive
terroirs. Each of these premier North Coast sub-appellations contributes unique characteristics to the final
blend. Anchored by cool microclimate vineyards in the Russian River Valley and Mendocino, the sourcing
also includes select vineyards in Napa Valley.
WINEMAKING
The fruit is picked based upon proper flavor ripeness and acidity and then harvested in the cool of
the night and delivered to the winery to be pressed into fermentation tanks. Portions of the
juice a re fermented on French oak and stirred gently once a week to enhance body and
creaminess. The Chardonnay undergoes malolactic fermentation to soften the hard acid and
create a more round, buttery mouthfeel.
TASTING NOTES
The 2023 Chardonnay is the inaugural vintage of Black Stallion Wines coming from the North
Coas t – a prestigious appellation on the California coast that is known for cool coastal
breezes, refreshing fog and crisp mountain air. This Chardonnay opens with aromas of orange
blossom, lemon curd, and toasted almonds followed by tantalizing flavors of luscious fruit,
toasted bread, caramel, and a light butter finish.
Located on the historic Silverado Trail in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, Black Stallion Estate
Winery pays homage to the rich history of the 32-acre estate which was once home to the
Silverado Equestrian Center. The property was purchased in 2010 by the Indelicato family, a
fourth generation family-owned company founded in 1924. Sourcing from the most prestigious
vineyards, the winery is committed to making only the most expressive wines.
2023
Chardonnay
E S T A T E W I N E R Y
VINTAGE: 2023 • APPELLATI ON: North Coast
FERMENTATION: 100% Ma lolactic Fermentation
PH: 3.46g • TO TAL ACID: 0.49 g/100ml • ALC OHOL BY VOL: 14.5%
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