2024 Phelan Farm "Cuvée F", San Luis Obispo, California, USA

ABOUT THE WINE

The 2024 Phelan Farm Cuvée F is a distinctive 100% Chardonnay from California’s San Luis Obispo Coast. Whole clusters are pressed, and the wine is fermented and aged for 16 months in a century-old Manzanilla Sherry cask beneath a natural layer of flor. This unusual élevage brings a savory, gently oxidative dimension while preserving the wine’s vibrant coastal acidity and freshness.

Aromas of lemon zest, preserved citrus and white peach mingle with chamomile, toasted almond and the distinctive nutty character of flor. The palate is energetic and finely textured, with a subtle saline edge, almond-skin complexity and a long, mineral finish. A compelling match for oysters and shellfish, roast chicken, salmon, mushrooms and aged cheeses.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER

Phelan Farm is a small, farm-focused estate in Cambria on California’s San Luis Obispo Coast, where sommelier-turned-winemaker Rajat Parr works with the Phelan family’s coastal vineyards. The farm’s cool maritime setting and hands-on, regenerative approach shape wines of freshness and individuality. In the cellar, Parr favors native fermentations and minimally interventionist methods, allowing each wine and its élevage to express its character.