Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

Merlot from the Chalk Hill Estate is from our best Merlot clone planting and from ideal, Merlot-friendly, gravelly-loam sites. The quality and stylistic thread that is typical of Merlot from the Chalk Hill Estate is amplified by the fruit’s concentration and perfect ripeness. The undeniable Merlot aromas and flavors are forward and lush. . The lush entry punctuates the silky, supple, seductive mid-palate and carries through the finish with a hint of mint. The wine’s crisp acidity would make it a great foil for wood-grilled, over-roasted, or pan-seared meats: veal, chicken, pork, duck, even salmon. The addition of green herbs enhances this pairing.
Complete Winemaker Notes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

75% Merlot, 24% Malbec, 1% Petit Verdot

Vineyard:

Chalk Hill Estate

Appelation:

Chalk Hill, Sonoma County

Ageing:

Sixteen Months, 50% New French Oak

Fermentation:

100% Native Malolactic

Harvested:

October 15-31, 2002 Brix: 24.8 T.A. 5.3 G/L pH: 3.75

Bottled:

March 29, 2005 Alc. 15% T.A. 5.0 G/L pH: 3.85

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