Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

The fifteen Chardonnay clones in various vineyards on the estate slowly advanced to full maturity in 2002, gaining richness, weight, and flavor concentration. Hand-harvested and whole-cluster pressed, the grapes were guided through our traditional, Burgundian-style winemaking. Native yeast fermentations and native malolactic fermentations imparted layers of texture and complexity. The finished wine boasts intense aromas of pear, apple, hazelnut and integrated oak. Flavors of lemon curd and exotic spice are buoyed by the creamy, fresh acidity — a signature combination of richness and elegance.
Complete Winemaker Notes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

100% Chardonnay

Vineyard:

Estate

Appelation:

Chalk Hill appellation, Russian River Valley

Ageing:

Nine months SUR LIES, 40% new French oak

Fermentation:

100% in barrel, 90% native yeasts, 100% native malolactic - with batonage

Harvested:

September 11, 2002 brix 24.4 t.a. 5.9 g/l pH 3.61

Bottled:

July 29, 2003 t.a. 5.9 g/l pH 3.45

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