Tasting Notes
"The 2006 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay bursts with enticing aromas of citrus, floral notes, butterscotch, lemon peel and a slight spicy quality. In the mouth, flavors of citrus, pear and honeysuckle combine with subtle
toast and caramel, adding richness and texture to the long, lingering finish." - Melissa Stackhouse, La Crema Winemaker
Acclaim
93 Points/Year's Best - Wine & Spirits, October 2008
The Place: Sonoma County
Like the Burgundy wine region of France, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and even growing season. Lingering fog and wind from the nearby Pacific Ocean (or, in Los Carneros’ case, the San Pablo Bay) moderate temperatures throughout the growing season and slow the ripening process. With an extended “hang” time on the vines, the results at harvest are small berries with firm acidity and highly concentrated varietal aromas and flavors.
Wine Stats
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Type of Oak: 86% French (23% new), 4% American (3% new), 10% other medium to medium-plus toast levels
Time in Barrels: 7 months
Alcohol: 13.7%
T.A.: 0.54g/100ml
pH: 3.61
R.S.: 0.22%
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