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2005 Sonoma Reserve
Chardonnay
Our 2005 Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay marries the rich full flavors of ripe apple, pear, and pineapple fruits with a hint of vanilla. The mouthfeel is rich with juicy flavors of peach and mango brightened by lively acidity along with toasty, buttery notes followed by a crisp, clean finish. A delicious complement to almost any meal including grilled chicken, fresh salmon, or lighter pasta dishes.
To ensure that the grapes are gently squeezed and allow the natural fruit character to shine through, a gravity fed, whole cluster press is used for 100% of our Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay. This also eliminates the bitterness that typically results from crusher-destemmers. The juice was fermented in both stainless steel stave tanks and barrel, and underwent 100% malolactic fermentation, lending it a buttery flavor that complements its crisp, clean finish. After fermentation, a portion of the wine was aged in American, French, and European oak barrels to impart subtle hints of oak flavor.
The detailed Winemaker's Notes are available here .
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