Tasting Notes
"The 2008 release of Sonoma Coast Chardonnay opens with vibrant citrus and crisp green apple aromas, laced with subtle notes of butterscotch and clove. On the palate, flavors broaden into juicy orange and ripe
yellow apple, with hints of vanilla and caramel tones adding richness and texture to a long, fresh finish." - Melissa Stackhouse, La Crema Winemaker
The Place: Sonoma County
Like the Burgundy wine region of France, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and steady
growing season. Lingering fog and wind from the nearby Pacific Ocean and moderate temperatures throughout the
growing season contribute to the slow ripening process. With an extended "hang" time on the vines, the results are
small berries with firm acidity and highly concentrated aromas and flavors.
Wine Stats
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Type of Oak: 85% French (20% new), 15% American (5% new), medium to medium-plus toast levels
Time in Barrels: 7 months
Alcohol: 13.9%
T.A.: 0.60g/100ml
pH: 3.61
R.S.: 0.15%
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