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Chardonnay, Sonoma County |
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Wine Details
Price:
$18.00 per bottle
Description:
Our 2004 estate Chardonnay crop was the smallest since the vines reached maturity in the early 1990’s, at only 1.7 tons per acre. Hence this is the smallest amount of Chardonnay we’ve ever bottled, a mere 458 cases. Harvest was quite early, from August 27th to Sept. 3rd. All grapes were harvested early in the morning, whole cluster pressed while still cold, then fermented in 60 gallon French oak barrels. Following primary fermentation, the wine completed malolactic, or secondary fermentation, and was aged sur-lie for seven months with regular batonage.
Our goal has always been to produce wines with both intensity and great balance, to maximize the inherent quality of the grapes. The most important aspects of this quest are growing or purchasing great grapes, paying attention to detail, and keeping an open mind. Our cardinal rule in winemaking is that there are no rules, no formulas, no “right” way. Our knowledge base grows with each vintage, but the grapes vary with each vintage and need to be treated differently to produce the best wine possible.
Fully mature grapes (six different clonal selections), 100% barrel fermentation, complete malo-lactic fermentation, and 7 months sur-lie aging have combined to produce a rich, intensely flavored wine with a delightful, creamy texture. The aromas are of green apple, citrus, honey and crème brulée. The most appealing feature of this 2004 Chardonnay is its texture, creamy and rich yet light and clean at the same time
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