Founded in 2001 by two childhood friends, Arnot-Roberts has played a huge part in advocating for naturally produced, single-vineyard bottlings from the Golden State. Hailing from some of Napa’s most southerly vineyards, Chardonnay for Arnot-Robert’s ‘Watson Ranch’ bottling comes from 25+ year old vines, deep-rooted in clay and marine limestone soils. Spontaneous fermentation with stem inclusion, followed by aging in neutral oak barrels gives the wine a firm yet juicy structure. Chalky and voluminous, full of ripe yellow fruit and creamy, mineral-driven texture. New World fruit with an Old World twist. Watson Ranch’ Chardonnay is expressive and balanced, showing notes of pear, hazelnut, and apricot, with chalky undertones and stony minerality; zesty, balanced, and all around delicious.