Jon Nathaniel Lavender HIll Vineyard Chardonnay 2015
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Jon Nathaniel is the dream project of a father and son: John Komes, founder of Napa Valley’s beloved Flora Springs Winery, and his son Nat, a Napa Valley native who has overseen operations at Flora Springs for over 15 years. At its core, Jon Nathaniel represents a return to John and Nat’s roots, to the small production, wine-without-compromise method of operating that defines artisan winegrowing. While respectful of tradition, Jon Nathaniel is also fearless, willing to embrace innovative techniques and technology in pursuit of the pinnacle of wine quality. Perhaps most of all, Jon Nathaniel is a way for John and Nat to renew relationships, to share their most personal wines with friends, family and customers who seek authentic connection.
J(ohn)O(tto) N(at)athaniel is our tribute to their much missed son and brother, the late Otto Komes, who cherished being part of a winegrowing family. Otto Komes is a constant reminder to live with integrity and to fight for your passions.
One of the most popular and versatile white wine grapes, Chardonnay offers a wide range of flavors and styles depending on where it is grown and how it is made. While it tends to flourish in most environments, Chardonnay from its Burgundian homeland produces some of the most remarkable and longest lived examples. California produces both oaky, buttery styles and leaner, European-inspired wines. Somm Secret—The Burgundian subregion of Chablis, while typically using older oak barrels, produces a bright style similar to the unoaked style. Anyone who doesn't like oaky Chardonnay would likely enjoy Chablis.
Known for elegant wines that combine power and finesse, Carneros is set in the rolling hills that straddle the southernmost parts of both Sonoma and Napa counties. The cooling winds from the abutting San Pablo Bay, combined with lots of midday California sunshine, create an ideal environment for producing wines with a perfect balance of crisp acidity and well-ripened fruit.
This cooler pocket of California lends itself to growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. Carneros is an important source of sparkling wines made in the style of Champagne as well.