Tasting Notes
"The 2007 release of our Sonoma Coast Chardonnay bursts with vivid citrus and fresh green apple aromas, laced with subtle notes of honeysuckle and clove. On the palate, flavors broaden into rich spiced apple and
crisp lime zest, with vanilla and caramel tones adding richness and texture on the finish." - Melissa Stackhouse, La Crema Winemaker
Acclaim
90 Points - Robert M. Parker Jr., Wine Advocate, December 2008
90 Points - Joshua Greene, Wine & Spirits, October 2009
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: 87% French (25% new), 13% American (5% new), medium to medium-plus toast levels
Time in Barrels: 7 months
Alcohol: 13.9%
T.A.: 0.59g/100ml
pH: 3.58
R.S.: 0.14%
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