Top Value Wine Spectator
James Laube’s Recommend California Chardonnays
Distinctive, with a. buttery edge to the spicy pear hazelnut, macaroon and lemon-almond cookies. Clean and refreshing. – J.L.
YEAR: 2003
PRODUCTION: 7,532
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Release Date: Winter/Spring 2006
This is our nineteenth offering from this vineyard, the oldest in Edna Valley. Completely barrel fermented and aged in French and American oak, it is an entire expression of this unique site. White peach, honeysuckle and pear aromas are the first impression in the nose. Rich in texture, icy clean, melon-apple flavors abound.
TECH NOTES:
- Yield: 3.5 tons per acre (140 tons total purchase)
- Harvest: October 14th-23th
- Numbers @ Harvest: 24.6° Brix, 3.32 pH, 8.8 grams acidity
- Barrel Regimen: 50-50 French and American 1-4 years old; 100% barrel fermented with full malolactic
- Bottling: August 9th-September10th 2004
