2016 Chardonnay
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Chardonnay
Harvest Date
9/16-9/23/2016
Acid
6.1
pH
3.52
Aging
10 months in 20% new French oak
Fermentation
French Oak barrels
Bottling Date
7/25/2017
Residual Sugar
<2g/L
Alcohol %
12.7
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Chardonnay
Harvest Date
9/16-9/23/2016
Acid
6.1
pH
3.52
Aging
10 months in 20% new French oak
Fermentation
French Oak barrels
Bottling Date
7/25/2017
Residual Sugar
<2g/L
Alcohol %
12.7
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas of lemon, toasted almond, and brioche. Flavors of lime, creme brulee and apple blossom.
Vineyard Notes
One vineyard sits between 900' and 1200' elevation. Southeast aspect, with 10% grade. Rocky soil comprised of shale, limestone and clay. The other is a similar elevation but is comprised of green stone and quartz and is a Southwest aspect.
Production Notes
Whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented in French oak barrels - 20% new oak. Barrels were stirred once a month for 6 months to promote richness and depth.
Winemaker Notes
2016 was quite wet in early spring making conditions challenging in the vineyard. July and August dried out and we saw good ripening and flavor development in both reds and whites. Merlot, Cab Franc and Chardonnay stood out.
Production
600 cases