2022 MARITANA VINEYARDS "Shop Block 1967" RRV Chardonnay Final Vintage

The mighty Shop Block at Dutton Ranch was originally planed in 1967 (Hence our Shop Block 1967 moniker). At least three clones and probably more are planted here - the original selection the source now lost to history; interplanted Dijon Clone 76 a quality French clone with a great track record in California, and UCD 17 as well as probably one or two others used as replants through the decades. 

The 2022 vintage at Shop Block produced a pure and very focused wine of finesse and character. Drinking bright and refreshing now - it will deepen and take on more weight as well as honey and floral complexity. A great vineyard site. This is our farewell vintage to Shop Block so stock up and drink well!

100% Chardonnay * Barrel fermented 

From winemaker Donald Patz