Austin Chardonnay is grown in the Templeton Gap, Creston and San Juan Creek districts of Paso Robles, drawing upon a diversity of soils and microclimates to create a multifaceted Chardonnay. As required by Hope Family Wines, each contributing vineyard is certified sustainable. The Templeton Gap vineyard resides in the rolling hills of westside Paso Robles. This is one of the coolest areas of the Paso Robles AVA, with a pronounced marine influence and Linne Calodo soils that drive the minerality of the wine. The Creston vineyard is located on an ancient floodplain where sandy loam soils prevail, while the San Juan area vineyards feature similar loam soils. In both districts, cooling breezes arrive by early afternoon and the overnight temperature drops significantly each day—ensuring the classic golden hues and crisp acidity that we desire in our Chardonnay.
