92pts Wine Spectator
Offers grilled pineapple, white peach and lemon blossom notes that are robust and effortless on a sleek, juicy frame, with fresh-cut green apple, tarragon and sea spray emerging on the mouthwatering finish.
Winemaking Notes
Fermented at low temperatures in small stainless-steel tanks, coupled with inhibited malolactic fermentation and short hose transportation, Diatom intends to capture Chardonnay in its most raw, carnal state. Using the transparent nature of Chardonnay as the vehicle, Diatom is the study of subtraction, resulting in a wine that is anchored in the purity and intensity of the fruit—the most widely planted white varietal offered in a completely unique way. The 2022 diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay offers aroma of lemon, citrus blossom and wet sand. Flavors of saline and white peach on the palate. A precise, balanced wine.
About the Winery
Diatom specializes in only one variety—Chardonnay— and is motivated by the pursuit of subtraction and refinement. Fermented at low temperatures in small stainless-steel tanks, coupled with inhibited malolactic fermentation and short hose transportation, diatom intends to capture Chardonnay in its most raw, carnal state. Winemaker Greg Brewer strives to imbue recognition of place with as little disturbance, distraction or interference as possible. The resulting wines have a sense of transparency and a purity of intent and purpose.