Liquid Farm La Hermana Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, USA 2024

The name Liquid Farm describes the authentic nature of wine (liquid from farming), and reflects their strong belief that all great wines start in the vineyard. It is truly all about selecting the right locations and the highest quality fruit, then allowing the varietal and regional typicity to shine through from vineyard to glass. Their wines reflect an Old World style while embracing the local Santa Barbara County viticulture and climate. They focus on wines from one of the coolest of California AVA’s – the Sta. Rita Hills. It’s home to some of the most unique, ancient soils in North America and is perfect for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Styled in the manner of the great wines of Burgundy, the La Hermana is the chiseled and more fruit-driven “sister” to the White Hill Chardonnay. The fruit is sourced from the Bien Nacido and Solomon Hills vineyards of Santa Maria Valley. The wine was barrel fermented for ten months in 100% neutral oak.

"Assembled from younger plantings at Bien Nacido, the 2023 Chardonnay La Hermana is distinctly herbal, minty and floral on the nose, setting it apart in the context of the Liquid Farm roster. The palate is lifted, vibrant and high-toned, concluding with an understated finish that lingers with elegantly toasty undertones and marine-driven flourishes." Wine Advocate 92