WINEMAKER'S NOTES
A balanced yet intense wine is the goal for the Chalk Hill Sauvignon Blanc. Although capable of expressing many different personalities, our Sauvignon Blanc captures the uniqueness of our land. At once both rich and elegant, lush aromas of grapefruit, honeysuckle and exotic spice are met by a vibrant band of tropical fruit and mineral flavors. The wine is lengthy and persistent, a classic effort. Try pairing our 2004 Estate Sauvignon Blanc with an Asian-influenced crab salad, with mango/citrus vinaigrette, or traditional Pacific Rim cuisine.
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REVIEW
Wine Enthusiast awards the 2004 Chalk Hill Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc 91 Points
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Wine News awards the 2004 Chalk Hill Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc Top Ten Sauvignon Blancs of the Year
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
- Blend:
- 88% Sauvignon Blanc, 8% Semillon, 4% Sauvignon Gris
- Vineyard:
- Estate
- Appelation:
- Chalk Hill Appellation, Russian River Valley
- Ageing:
- Ten months SUR LIES, 20% new French oak
- Fermentation:
- 100% in barrel, native and cultured yeast, no malolactic
- Harvested:
- August 18, 2004 brix 24.5 t.a. 7.5 g/l pH 3.2
- Bottled:
- August 18, 2005 t.a. 7.0 g/l pH 3.26
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