Vinification 2006 was an abundant vintage with a long warm and ideal growing season. Acid levels were slightly higher than previous years so look for these wines to pair very well with various choices in cuisine.
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Winemaking 100% Chardonnay this wine was barrel fermented and barrel aged for 8 months in all French oak barrels, 25% of which were new.
Partial malolactic fermentation softens the wine giving it a creamy mouth feel.
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Aroma / Bouquet / Nose Aromas of fresh buttered popcorn and citrus with a palate of lemon zest, firmish acidity, full round mouth feel with a long creamy finish.
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Food and Wine Pairing Pairs beautifully with a BBQ'd Salmon with lemon. Alternatively, try a light cream pasta with mussels, clams and fresh lemon zest shaved over top.
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Technical Notes
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| Alcohol/Volume | 13.9 %
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| Dryness | 0
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| pH Level | 3.6
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| Residual Sugar | 4.8 g/L
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| Total Acidity | 5.7 g/L
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| Release Date | September 2007
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| Ageability (Serve Until) | 2009
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| Serving Temperature | 10 degreees Celsius |
| Oak Aging | Yes
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