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Custard Cellars' talented winemaker, Gloria Mercado-Martín, is known for crafting memorable white wines– Chardonnay in particular. With Custard, she captures what makes our small family vineyard so special. At Watmaugh Ranch, grapes grow slowly, developing voluptuous aromas, rich flavors, and a creamy texture balanced by crisp, refreshing acidity.

Located in the cool, breezy southernmost part of Sonoma Valley on the border of Los Carneros, Watmaugh Ranch is composed of just three parcels, but throughout this small vineyard, the soil varies tremendously. On the eastern side, the soil is compact adobe clay with some silt. As the land approaches Fowler Creek to the north, the hard clay becomes alluvial and loamy. On the northeastern end of the vineyard, where Fowler Creek was diverted years ago, the soil is darker, wetter and appears almost fluffy. These different soil types impart distinct characteristics and flavors in the grapes, resulting in a truly unique Chardonnay.