Hill Family Estate Chardonnay, Carly’s Cuvée 2020, Napa Valley, California

Carly’s Cuvée was made from a selection of Chardonnay vineyards. Made in a partial-malolactic style, with only light oak influence, this lovely multi- layered Chardonnay will please people looking for a wine that enhances food and holds its own out on the patio. Carly Hill is the daughter of Doug and Darci Hill, and her contributions to Hill Family Estate are honored with this beautiful wine. Recently married, she is now working as a nutritionist in San Diego, and helps with the family business. 100% Chardonnay. 73% Napa Valley, 16% Napa-Carneros and 11% Sonoma-Carneros. Elevation: Mostly rolling hills and hillside. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Made with some malolactic influence and aged in neutral oak, this rich multi-layered Chardonnay will please people looking for a wine that enhances food and holds its own out on the patio. The 2020 Carly’s Cuvee Chardonnay has aromas of peach, mango, orange blossom and butterscotch. The palate is big, with marmalade and toast flavors that lead to a persistent finish of lemon drop integrated with oak. – Alison Doran, Winemaker