Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay 750mL

Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay

White Wine | 750mL | Sonoma Coast, California, USA | 100% Chardonnay | French Oak Barrel Fermentation & Aging

Process & Profile

Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay brings together ripe orchard fruit, citrus, and a rich texture shaped by coastal California vineyards. Its sources include Heintz Vineyard and Summer Dreams Estate Vineyard, where hilltop growing conditions help develop concentrated fruit with a fresh, mineral-driven character.

Fermentation takes place in French oak vessels of different sizes, followed by maturation that builds depth around the wine’s natural acidity. The result is a generous Chardonnay with citrus, apple, and tropical-fruit flavors, balanced by a bright finish.

Created within Jayson Woodbridge’s Summer Dreams project alongside winemaker Ashley Holland, The Sun Also Rises reflects the team’s focus on distinctive Sonoma Coast vineyard sites. Specific vineyard contributions, oak proportions, and tasting characteristics can vary by vintage.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Meyer lemon, fresh ginger, floral notes, and a delicate herbal accent.

• Palate: Golden apple, caramelized pineapple, stone fruit, and concentrated citrus, with a lush texture and mineral undertones.

• Finish: Bright and focused, carrying citrus freshness, gentle spice, and lingering fruit.

What Makes It Special

• Made from 100% Chardonnay grown in the Sonoma Coast appellation.

• Vineyard sources include Heintz Vineyard and Summer Dreams Estate Vineyard.

• Barrel fermented in French oak vessels of varying sizes.

• Combines a rich mouthfeel with lively acidity and mineral detail.

• Part of Jayson Woodbridge’s Summer Dreams collection, with winemaker Ashley Holland.

How to Enjoy

Serve lightly chilled in a spacious white wine glass. Let the wine open gradually as it warms in the glass to explore its citrus, floral, and tropical-fruit aromas.

Suggested pairings include butter-poached lobster, seared scallops, roast chicken, and creamy mushroom pasta. Its generous texture complements richer dishes, while its bright acidity works well with seafood finished with lemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay made?
   It is made from Chardonnay grown in California’s Sonoma Coast appellation, with sources including Heintz Vineyard and Summer Dreams Estate Vineyard.

2. Is Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay aged in oak?
   Yes. It is fermented and matured in French oak. Exact oak proportions and aging details vary by vintage.

3. What does Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay taste like?
   Its profile includes citrus, golden apple, caramelized pineapple, stone fruit, and ginger, with a rich texture and a bright, mineral-driven finish.

4. What foods pair well with Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay?
   Suggested pairings include lobster, scallops, roast chicken, creamy pasta, and seafood with butter or lemon sauces.

5. Where can I buy Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay?
   You can purchase Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap.