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- Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2018
| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2018 |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Country | United States of America |
| Region | California |
| Sub-Region | Sonoma Valley |
| Main Grape | Chardonnay (100%) |
| Expression | White, Round and Fruity |
Tasting note
Chardonnay from a collection of impressive Sonoma sites that balances sweet notes of lemon sugar cookie with spicy oak, green apples and the fragrance of grilled almond and dried orange peel.
In the press
The 2018 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast looks to be terrific, with a juicy, vibrant, medium-bodied style as well as classic lemon, melon, crushed stone, and white flower-like aromas and flavors. It picks up a beautiful salinity and saltiness on the finish and is going to evolve nicely for 3-5 years. Incredibly well-done, it displays classic Sonoma Coast character.
Floral and mineral-driven, this coastal wine delivers a stoniness of green apple and pear—crisp, defined flavors that lead to a complementary spread of brioche and toasted oak. Hearty and rich, it has balance and concentration.
Viticulture
A diverse blend of small single vineyards that could all be bottled on their own including Sanchietti Vineyard, Gap’s Crown Vineyard, Zio Tony Ranch, Dutton Ranch and Durell Vineyard.
Vinification
The selected Chardonnay grapes are whole-cluster pressed. They undergo fermentation with 100% indigenous yeast. The wine stays on its lees with weekly stirring. Malolactic conversion happens in barrel. Maturation is in a mixture of new and used Burgundian French oak barrels.
Food Match
Lighter fare, seafood, chicken or other dishes that match well with mineral driven, refreshing Chardonnay
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||
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| pH | 3.48 | ||
| Total Acidity | 5.7g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 1g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | H7710118 |