The maritime influence of the Pacific Ocean creates morning fog and afternoon winds: an ideal climate for the production
of world-class Burgundian varietals. This “stream of winds” directly affects the Sarmento Vineyard, which is located in the
prestigious Santa Lucia Highlands appellation of Monterey. The soil is well-drained loamy sand with many fist-sized
cobblestones. Winemakers Anthony Riboli and Arnaud Debons employ traditional techniques and modern technology to
create wines that express ripe fruit flavors with balance and finesse. Windstream Chardonnay is a single vineyard wine from the Sarmento Vineyard, located within the prestigious Santa Lucia Highlands appellation of Monterey County. This Chardonnay was 100% barrel fermented in small French oak barrels – 94% new – with 64% of the wine undergoing a secondary malolactic fermentation. Light gold in color, the wine rushes in with potent fruit notes of pineapple and grapefruit unfolding to reveal dried fruits, nuts, brown sugar and spice. With a full body and lovely texture, this Chardonnay provides a rich, mouth filling
experience that stays well-balanced due to natural acidity. Coating tannins
make for a long finish that lingers with hints of mineral, vanilla and almonds
- 100% certified sustainable; Riboli Family Wines are sustainable from ground to glass
- Reclaimed rainwater and wastewater used in vineyard irrigation
- 201 Vintage awarded 93 Points by Wine Enthusiast and 90 Points by Tastings
- Cover crops planted reduce erosion and nurture soil health and fertility
- The vineyards thrive free of artificial pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers as part of a naturally balanced ecosystem