Reserve Chardonnay
Tasting Notes
Beautiful and golden in color, this chardonnay has persistent ripe pear and lychee flavors that are complemented by a subtle, sweet toasty oak. Very balanced acid harmonizes the thick viscosity of this ripe and decadent wine.
Winemaking Notes
Vintage: 2015
Varietal Blend: 95% Chardonnay, 5% Viognier
pH: 3.61
TA: 5.1 g/l
RS: 3.4 g/l
Alcohol: 14%
Vineyards: CVR, Sagemoor
Oak: 30% new FO, 10% New AO, Balance to 1st-3rd use mixed oak
Fining: None
Aging: 11 months
Malolactic: 80%
Yeast: Vivache, EZ ferm 44
Harvest Dates: August 28th - September 2, 2015
Bottling Date: August 15-16, 2016
Cases Produced: 2,864
90 points, Smart Buy
2014 Vintage
Dec 31, 2016
Wine Spectator
A supple and expressive white, this is light on its feet but packed with pear, pineapple and citrus flavors, hinting at almond and walnut as the finish lingers.
90 Points
2013 Vintage
Oct 01, 2015
Wine Spectator
Spicy and on the lighter side, with nutmeg and caramel overtones around the pear fruit. Comes together smoothly on the finish.
Reserve Chardonnay- 88 points
2012 Vintage
Jul 01, 2014
Wine Enthusiast
88 Points - 2011 Reserve Chardonnay
2011 Vintage
Lush, toasty and clean with vanilla and spice; soft and creamy, long and dense.
90 Points
2009 Vintage
Aug 31, 2011
Robert Parker
89 Points!
2007 Vintage
Jun 15, 2009
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2014 Reserve Chardonnay - 90 pts, Smart Buy, Wine and Spectator