Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

The 1998 Chardonnay was picked under ideal warm and dry conditions throughout October. The fruit was ideal, too, as the long, cool growing season allowed full flavor development, while firm acidity and reasonable sugar levels were maintained. This is perhaps one of the most elegant Chardonnays ever produced at Chalk Hill. The wine displays the tropical fruit and mineral overtones characteristic of the estate, and is delicately infused with citrus, pear, and honeysuckle.
Complete Winemaker Notes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

99% Chardonnay, 1% Pinot Gris

Vineyard:

Estate

Appelation:

Chalk Hill

Ageing:

nine months sur lies 36% new oak

Fermentation:

100% in barrel, 100% natural yeasts, 100% natural malolactic

Harvested:

August 26 - September 17, 1997, Brix: 23.0°, T.A. 6.5 g/l, pH 3.40

Bottled:

July - August 1998, T.A. 6.1 g/l, pH 3.37

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