Chanin Wine Company Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

Chanin Wine Co. is dedicated to crafting wines from Santa Barbara County that reflect the individual vineyard in which they are grown. They focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, two grapes that can reveal the subtle differences in geography, geology and climate. The grapes are grown in Santa Barbara County, where cool coastal winds, diverse marine-based soils and a long growing season provide an exciting and unique environment for Burgundian varieties.

The vineyards are the focus of the wines, and each wine is made from grapes grown at one vineyard and not blended. They search out old vines and make wine from some of the oldest in the county. This allows us to make refreshingly balanced wines at lower alcohol levels than most other Californian styled wines. Through low yields, improved farming techniques and gentle winemaking we aim to create a wine that pairs well with food and is delicious young but is also age-worthy. All of the vineyards are organic or sustainably farmed.

Chanin’s winemaking philosophy is rooted in representing each individual vineyard by emphasizing balance, finesse, and complexity. They avoid excessive alcohol, and modern winemaking additives (such as commercial yeasts, bacteria, enzymes) that can overshadow vineyard characteristics. Additionally, they do not filter their wines or use intrusive wine processing machines. Their goal is to grow grapes that are so healthy none of the above is needed.

Taking their Chardonnay from single vineyards allows Chanin to produce unique and geographically driven wines. Thus, creating a wide and varied portfolio. On the nose the wine displays a fresh lemon, apple and pear. The palate is fuller and displays a well-balanced creaminess.