Introduction:
The 2022 Carpe Diem Chardonnay is a bright and elegant cool-climate white from Anderson Valley. Made in collaboration with Bordeaux vintner Christian Moueix, it emphasizes freshness and finesse over heaviness, delivering a graceful Chardonnay that highlights fruit purity, subtle oak, and mineral clarity.

Terroir:
Anderson Valley’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean provides cool breezes and fog that extend the growing season, ensuring slow ripening and vibrant acidity. The region’s diverse soils—sandstone, clay, and gravelly alluvial deposits—lend both texture and mineral precision.

Appearance:
Pale straw with green highlights, luminous and youthful in the glass.

Nose:
Fresh aromas of green apple, pear, and Meyer lemon, complemented by subtle notes of white flowers, hazelnut, and a delicate touch of oak spice.

Palate:
Medium-bodied, crisp, and finely textured. Citrus and orchard fruit form the core, lifted by refreshing acidity. A subtle creaminess from lees contact and restrained oak brings balance without masking the fruit.

Finish:
Clean, mineral-driven, and persistent, echoing citrus zest, apple, and a whisper of toast.

Overall Impression:
The 2022 Carpe Diem Chardonnay captures the elegance of Anderson Valley with its balance of fruit brightness, subtle creaminess, and refined minerality. Crisp apple and lemon notes are complemented by gentle oak and silky texture, creating a wine that is vibrant, food-friendly, and polished. Perfect alongside seafood, poultry, or lighter pastas, it’s a Chardonnay that prioritizes finesse over opulence.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 13.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture
Producer Name: Carpe Diem (collaboration between Domaine Anderson and Christian Moueix)
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: California, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Grape Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Wine Style: Medium-bodied, crisp and finely textured; youthful and fresh with the ability to develop additional complexity over the next 3–5 years
Winemaking Techniques: Fermentation in stainless steel and French oak; partial malolactic fermentation; aged on fine lees for texture with restrained new oak use
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Cork