Rubia Wine Cellars
2020 Chardonnay
"Truchard Vineyard"
Los Carneros AVA
Auction 25 | Lot No. 104
Vintage: 2020
Rubia Wine Cellars
Chardonnay
Los Carneros
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Set your sights on this selection from the Truchard Vineyard in the heart of the Los Carneros nested appellation
- A new-world Chardonnay crafted in an old-world style by esteemed winemaker Julien Fayard
- Fermented and aged in stainless steel to express the true flavors of California Chardonnay
- Notes of vivid green apple and lemon, a clear and crisp palate, and a creamy feel and long finish make for an instant classic
Description
A trip to Burgundy to celebrate a milestone birthday brought about the desire to create a new world wine in an old world style. Our French winemaker had the perfect solution – an unoaked Truchard Chardonnay. Five short months in stainless steel preserves all that is beautiful about this varietal, vibrant lemon and apple with the weight and complexity that only Napa Valley wines enjoy. Prepare to be impressed, she’s a beauty!
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
Julien Fayard
Winemaker, Rubia Wine Cellars
Julien Fayard hails from France where he worked in both Provence and Bordeaux. He defined his core winemaking style at the exalted first growth Château Lafitte-Rothschild (he even lived in Lafitte’s grand château for a period) as well as at Smith Haut Lafitte. There, Julien says he learned his attention to detail and how to not excessively intervene in the winery: “If you put in the hard work in the vineyard, you have to trust and have patience; then, on its own, the wine will become all that it is capable of.”
Julien has lived and worked in the Napa Valley since 2006. Here in Napa, Julien worked at Quintessa before joining Atelier Melka, where he spent five years as the Director of Winemaking. It was here, working with a variety of clients including Lail Vineyards, Gemstone, Dalla Valle, and more that Julien further developed his winemaking style — while also gaining an intimate understanding of the Valley’s vineyards and establishing strong relationships with its many passionate, quality-dedicated growers.
Country born: France
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Adventures Decanted
Post Office Box 452
Granby CO 80446
970-509-0762
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Adventures Decanted :
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chappellet Vineyard | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Signature | 26 (2022) |
| Pahlmeyer | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 26 (2022) | |
| Covert Estate | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | 25 (2021) | |
| Paraduxx | 2019 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Stylishly Napa Valley | 25 (2021) |
| Quilt | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 25 (2021) | |
| Rubia Wine Cellars | 2020 | Chardonnay | Los Carneros | Truchard Vineyard | 25 (2021) |
| Acacia Vineyard | 2015 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Winery Lake | 20 (2016) |
| Schermeister Cellars | 2014 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Gone Wild | 20 (2016) |
Winery Distribution
Rubia Wine Cellars is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.