Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

The Chardonnay from the “Founder's Block” benefited from a long, cool growing season and nearly perfect ripening conditions. This block, with 20-year-old vines and well-drained, gravelly soil produces an especially rich and concentrated wine. Whole cluster pressing and fermentation with natural yeasts contribute to the wine’s character and complexity. The 1995 version is the quintessential expression of this vineyard enclave, broadly structured on the palate and brimming with complex aromas.
Complete Winemaker Notes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

100% Chardonnay

Vineyard:

Founder's Block

Appelation:

Chalk Hill

Ageing:

Sixteen months sur lies, 100% French oak (Francois Freres, Dargaud et Jaegle), 77% new oak

Fermentation:

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

Harvested:

October 6, 1995, Brix 22.6°, T.A. 6.5 g/l, pH 3.32

Bottled:

March 1997, T.A. 6.5 g/l, pH 3.39

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