Current Vintage - 2019Grape Variety - Verdelho ChardonnayHistory - The 2019 season started out normal. There was a significant rain event in mid-May. Post rain event had excellent growing conditions for the rest of the season. The season brought consistent temperatures with just enough heat for good canopy growth development of flavours and ripening without impacting acidity.Producer - E&J Gallo WineryRegional Information - About 100 kilometres from San Francisco and sitting at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains Californias Central Valley produces Chardonnay fruit of outstanding quality. Consistently favourable weather conditions create a growing season in which the grapes enjoy plenty of hang time. Not only does this region enjoy the benefits of the natural protection and favourable microclimate provided by the Sierra Nevadas but its soil is also rich in minerals.Vinification Details - The grapes for Barefoot Chardonnay were harvested at optimum ripeness which allow