Lady of the Sunshine ‘Chevey’ White Blend Edna Valley CA ‘24

The 2023 Lady of the Sunshine ‘Chevey’ White Blend is an organic expression of California’s Edna Valley, blending 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Chardonnay. Inspired by the traditional white blends of the Cheverny region in France, this wine showcases the zesty freshness of Sauvignon Blanc balanced by the richness of Chardonnay. It offers aromas of orchard blooms, coconut meringue, and lemon zest, with a vibrant and playful palate. The wine undergoes foot treading, fermentation in neutral French oak with native yeast, and is aged on lees for 8 months, giving it complexity and texture. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulfur, resulting in a pure, expressive wine. Winemaker Gina Giugni, a second-generation biodynamic farmer, focuses on regenerative, organic, and biodynamic practices. Since 2018, Gina has farmed the Chene Vineyard, which earned Demeter biodynamic certification in 2020. She works in partnership with Presquile Vineyard, ensuring organic farming practices in the vineyard’s Sauvignon Blanc blocks. The wine is a reflection of Gina's commitment to producing natural wines that express the terroir of Edna Valley, with the partnership and expertise of her husband Mikey and the wider team at Lady of the Sunshine.