Fess Parker Ashley's Chardonnay

Founded in 1989 by the Hollywood star of the same name, the Fess Parker winery is located in Santa Barbara County. This was one of the first producers of the region to release wines at a consistently high level of quality and did much to raise the profile of the region as a whole. They remain at the forefront of their local industry with winemaker Blair Fox making a wide range of superb wines.

Just 90 minutes north of LA, Santa Barbara County is one of California’s most diverse viticultural regions and benefits from warm summer days tempered by the cooling Pacific breezes.  The AVA of Santa. Rita Hills in particular, is arguably the most exciting wine region in the world for making cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir right now. 

Grape Varieties: 100% Chardonnay

Tasting Notes: This barrel-aged Chardonnay from Fess Parkers’ own Ashley’s Vineyard has a concentrated nose with aromas of lemon, mineral, vanilla, toast and golden delicious apples. Rich and luscious showing flavours of citrus, pear, apple fruits and a slight oak toast this chardonnay is bound together by mouth-watering acidity and mineral finish.

Enjoy with Poached Salmon, Meyer Lemon Risotto or Chicken Cordon Bleu.

Awards: Vinous - 94 Points

Closure: Natural Cork