Folk Tree Village Series California Chardonnay 2017

Joelle Thomson
Wine Writer

“Here’s a wine that will appeal to lovers of big buttery Chardonnays. It’s made by the Norton Ridge Wine Company in California and has incredibly ripe stone fruit flavours, a full body and lingering, dry, nutty flavours on the finish. Very appealing as a wine to drink now or soon.” – 4 Stars, Joelle Thomson, Wine Writer

“Big and buttery – drink it now! The story behind Folk Tree is one of connection. Connection with the land and the connection between the winemakers and the growers from whom the grapes are sourced and we think the Village Series encompasses just that. Once the grapes have been picked from the growers, they are sent to be vinified and bottled by the Norton Ridge Wine Company before being released under the Folk Tree label, a true team effort. This is California at its best, and at a great price. It’s like a peach crumble mixed with an apple pie topped with whipped cream and just a sprinkle of lemon zest. Its big and its bold and just waiting to be snapped up.” – Wine Central Tasting Panel

From the emerging wine region the Santa Barbara Highlands, this Chardonnay is great value and exciting. Charming fruit flavours of apple, peach, apricot and lemon on the nose lead to a fruity body that meets notes of cream and vanilla. Delightfully harmonious from the 7 months in neutral barrels.

“The concept of Folk Tree developed through conversations and connections with our winemakers and their vineyard partners. The moment when inspiration meets opportunity in wine and farming.” Folk Tree