Chardonnay

The harvest had fewer grapes than in previous years, but that usually means higher quality. That holds true for this Chardonnay. It has very good acid balance (not flabby from too little acid) and the sugars were perfect. This was harvested by our harvest machine then aged in French Oak for 8 months. The barrels are three years old, and that provides good oak integration without too much oak character. The wine went through complete malolactic fermentation, a bacterial fermentation that primarily reduces malic acid in the wine. This gives the wine a smoothness and some additional complexity .

Flavors: Subtle buttery notes.

Pairings: Pairs well with seafood, grilled chicken, veal, and creamy pasta dishes.

Winemaking and Harvest Notes

Harvested: Tons: 5.57
Weather in the Vineyard:
July: slight moisture
August: Dry
September Dry

Sugar: 22.8 Brix
Alcohol: 12.5-13 ABV (alcohol by volume)
Ph 3.