Ana Keller created Casa Wines as a new line she, her family, and friends could enjoy every day. Since 1998, Ana has been directing both farming and winemaking at her family’s property in Sonoma County. Among Ana’s many achievements, she has played an instrumental role in developing the Petaluma Gap AVA bringing recognition to this newest California Wine Region that is defined by its cool, coastal fog and air movement from the Pacific Ocean.
The 2022 Keller Estate Casa Chardonnay is light in straw color with a nose of delicate pineapple and vanilla. Flavors express notes of citrus and orange blossom that grace the palate with flavors and textures of crème brûlée. Finishes clean and wanting for more.
Vintage
The 2022 growing season started with weeks of sunny days that created an earlier bud break in February. Bouts of cooler temperatures occurred in late February and early April, and summer was relatively mild compared to past years. Harvest began a few weeks earlier than anticipated and finished earlier than normal due to consistently warm fall days in late August and early September. Fruit quality was good, and the overall smaller berry and cluster sizes yielded an excellent 2022 vintage. Our first Chardonnay pick was on the 9th of September, and we finished picking Chardonnay by the 21st of September.
Vineyard
Keller Estate was once part of the ancient seabed below San Pablo Bay. These mineral-rich, clay soils define our site and result in a rich minerality, a signature of our wines. The site’s proximity on the Western edge of Sonoma Mountain, above the Petaluma River, is the southern stretch of the Petaluma Gap. Winds from the Pacific Ocean are pulled through the ‘Gap’ by the warming Central Valley interior which impart distinctive fruit and floral aromatics which define this AVA.
We implement regenerative farming which focuses on top-soil renewal and increased cover crop and beneficial insect biodiversity, enhancing our own regional ecosystem as well as contributing to the health and vitality of the earth.
Winemaking
Grapes from select blocks of Wente, Clone 4, Dijon Clones 15 and 17 were hand-harvested over several nights. The fruit was gently pressed before transferring to stainless steel tanks for slow fermentation under low temperatures. After several weeks, the wine was racked to neutral barrels to complete secondary fermentation. It aged in barrel for nine months before bottling.
Specs
Harvest Date: September 10-19, 2022
Cooperage: 20% New French Oak
Alcohol: 14.3%
pH: 3.7
Bottling Date: June 25, 2023
Cases: 319 cases
What’s Included
6-bottles:
6x 2022 Casa Chardonnay Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County Case:
12x 2022 Casa Chardonnay Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County
Our story begins in 1989 when Arturo and Deborah Keller planted our first Chardonnay grapes. In 1994, we expanded with a small Pinot Noir vineyard on our Sonoma Coast estate.
In 1998, our daughter Ana Keller joined our family winery venture, and by 2000, we produced our first vintage. Ana’s dedication to the region culminated in 2017 when the Petaluma Gap achieved recognition as an American Viticultural Area (AVA), a milestone that celebrates the exceptional quality of wines from our unique terroir.
In 2022, we made the commitment to organic farming practices, with official certification expected in 2025. Today, three generations of our family continue crafting wines that honor both our Latino heritage and the distinctive character of the Petaluma Gap.
Adding an artistic touch to every bottle, our family member Grace Keller’s original artwork graces our wine labels, making each vintage a canvas that reflects our family’s creative spirit. Today, three generations of the Keller family continue crafting wines that honor both their Latino heritage and the distinctive character of the Petaluma Gap.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY, PR
Happy to see we were selected to be a wine rat! I definitely chuckled when I opened the bottle since it’s the second time in a row we’ve been a wine rat tasting keller estate chardonnay!
We opened this bottle with dinner and found it easy to drink right away. Light golden straw color. On the nose, my wife picked up citrus, which carried through to the first sip. The wine is on the acidic side and feels fresh rather than rich.
This Chardonnay really works best with food. The acidity helps it pair nicely with a meal and keeps it from feeling heavy. It’s not a big or buttery style, but more straightforward and clean.
Overall, this is a solid, no-frills Chardonnay that does its job well at the table and is easy to enjoy over the course of a meal.
2022 Casa Chardonnay Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County
Tasting Notes
Vintage
Vineyard
Winemaking
Specs
What’s Included
6-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
not for sale on winery website, $384/case MSRP
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY, PR
Estimated Delivery
Thursday, Feb 19 - Monday, Feb 23
2022 Casa Wines Chardonnay by Keller Estate
6 bottles for $79.99 $13.33/bottle + $1.33/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $109.99 $9.17/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
Previous offer:
5/16/22 (2019)
Happy to see we were selected to be a wine rat! I definitely chuckled when I opened the bottle since it’s the second time in a row we’ve been a wine rat tasting keller estate chardonnay!
We opened this bottle with dinner and found it easy to drink right away. Light golden straw color. On the nose, my wife picked up citrus, which carried through to the first sip. The wine is on the acidic side and feels fresh rather than rich.
This Chardonnay really works best with food. The acidity helps it pair nicely with a meal and keeps it from feeling heavy. It’s not a big or buttery style, but more straightforward and clean.
Overall, this is a solid, no-frills Chardonnay that does its job well at the table and is easy to enjoy over the course of a meal.