2003 Reserve Chardonnay 2003 Reserve Chardonnay Our 2003 Reserve Chardonnay shows great complexity in aroma and flavor. Barrel fermentation and extended lees contact resulted in a lush, rich, generous wine. Aromas are more pear than apple, with strong notes of oak spice and vanilla. Flavors are apple-pear framed by vanilla oak with a nice long lingering caramelly finish. We like it now, and it will continue to improve for 2 to 4 years.
| Varietal: | 100 % Chardonnay Sarah’s Vineyard Estate | ||||
| Harvest: | 24.2 Brix | ||||
| Vinification: | 100% barrel fermented, 100% malolactic fermentation | ||||
| Cellaring: | 10 months, 60% new French oak barrels, 40% seasoned French oak barrels. Barrel lees stirred weekly for three months. | ||||
| Acidity: | 6.4 g/L | pH: | 3.39 | Alcohol: | 14.0% |
| Bottling Date: | August 2003 | ||||
| Production: | 205 cases | ||||
| Release Date: | November 2005 | ||||
| Retail Price: | $30 bottle / $360 case | ||||