Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

After twenty-one months aging in barrel, the Merlot was blended with Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The other Bordeaux varieties, grown in limited amounts at Chalk Hill Estate, provide the ultimate depth to the winemaker’s blend, accentuating the influence of terroir. Bottling on August 16th, 2002 was accomplished without fining or filtration. The Chalk Hill Estate 2000 Merlot has a supple and rich texture, exuding aromas of earthy plum and red currant. The silky tannins carry the generous black cherry, cocoa and cigar box flavors to a long finish.
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REVIEW

Wine Enthusiast awards the 2000 Estate Bottled Chalk Hill Merlot 89 Points
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

82% Merlot, 13% Malbec, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot

Vineyard:

Estate

Appellation:

Chalk Hill

Ageing:

Twenty-one months, 57% new French oak

Harvested:

September 29-November 1, 2000, Brix 22.2°, T.A. 5.5 g/l, pH 3.67

Bottled:

August 14, 2002, T.A. 5.9 g/l, pH 3.76

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