OUR STORY
Kokomo Winery is perched on the East side of Dry Creek
Valley amidst the 120 acres of prime benchland vineyards
of Timber Crest Farms. Owner and Winemaker Erik Miller
started the winery in 2004 naming it after his hometown
of Kokomo, IN, and decided on a Coastal Cypress Tree
as a logo to signify his move out west. Kokomo currently
produces over a dozen different varietals and several
single vineyard designates which are farmed by his partner
in the winery, grower Randy Peters. Kokomo Winery
focuses their terroir-driven wines on the three distinctive
appellations of Sonoma County - Russian River, Dry Creek
and Alexander Valleys. This dynamic partnership of a
grower and a winemaker ensures the winery’s ongoing
commitment to quality and consistency for future vintages.
Kokomo Winery has been making its mark in Sonoma
County, unfailingly earning 90+ ratings, Best of Class,
and Gold Medals across all of their varietals since the
beginning.
Kokomo Winery takes pride in being a family winery
and the minute you walk into their tasting room it’s
very apparent. The Kokomo team have created a place
for visitors to enjoy a comfortable and laid back wine
tasting experience immersed in their cellar and
surrounded by wine barrels. Erik’s taken his Hoosier
hospitality and infused into his friendly tasting room
team at Kokomo. You’ll always be greeted with a
warm welcoming smile and an unassuming approach
to wine tasting. The tasting room is open seven days
a week and you can taste their current lineup of wines
at the counter or make an appointment for a Reserve
Tasting in their Barrel Room.
2018 Chardonnay, Peters Vineyard Russian River
Valley Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Russian River Valley
Harvest: September 2018
Fermentation: Barrel fermented
Barrel Aging: 11 months in 100% French Oak,
30% New Alcohol: 13.9%
Vineyard Description: Planted in West Sebastopol,
this is a premier location for Chardonnay. The
vineyard is next to Luther Burbank’s Farm and
the soil composition is rich Goldridge Sandy Loam.
With the consistent coastal fog extending hang time
well into October, this fruit is fully developed and
loaded with complexity. The Chardonnay is
comprised of Clones 4 and 76.
Winemaker Notes: Reminiscent of a classic
white Burgundy but with a California twist,
this Chardonnay displays flavors of ripen pineapple
and vibrant minerality accompanied by
mouthwatering natural acidity typically found in
Peters Vineyard. This Chardonnay is elegant
enough to pair with delicate foods and delicious
enough to drink by itself after a long day.