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Wine Details
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Since our first vintage in 1991, the wine we produce from this vineyard has developed a loyal following, becoming one of our most sought-after wines. As this vineyard ages, the quality remains superior but yields are more limited with each vintage. The 2003 is expressive and open with a nose of pineapple and apple butter, leading to flavors of red apple, dulce de leche and orange peel, and a racy finish. Aged 11 months in 74% new French oak.
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Varietal Definition
Chardonnay:
Chardonnay is by far the most widely planted grape crop in California and dominates California’s cooler, coastal, quality wine regions. The natural varietal ‘taste and smell’ of Chardonnay is surprisingly unfamiliar to many wine drinkers, as its true character is often guised with dominating winemaking signatures. Chardonnay’s rather subdued primary fruit characteristics lean toward the crisp fruitiness of apples, pears and lemon, but the variety’s full body is capable of supporting a host of complementary characteristics, such as oak, butter and vanilla. Regardless of what is the appropriate style for Chardonnay, the varietal continues to dominate vineyard plantings in every corner of the world. Close attention to clonal selection has made this broad geographic and climactic range of Chardonnay viable in thoughtful viticultural hands.
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