Trail Marker 2022 Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Wine

Aromas of crushed limestone and a touch of waxiness. The palate hints at a savory lemon souffle with herbs. The wine finishes on a light note, with good crispness and a pleasant lingering finish that goes on and on. 13.4% ABV

<375 cases produced

The Winery

The small and dedicated crew behind these wines (husband-wife team of Drew Huffine and Emily Virgil, below) think of themselves as purists, sourcing fruit from small and responsibly farmed vineyards from Mendocino to Santa Ynez Valley to Lodi. They resonate with growers whose passions reflect their own approach and minimalist winemaking style.

As a rule, their wines are typified by high acid and low alcohol, well-balanced expressions of their vineyard origins. These are exactly the type of sustainable, family-owned operators we prefer on our shelves!