Palate
Beautifully constructed. Fresh pear and white peach scents are sharpened by notes of lemon pith and chalky minerality. Juicy, tightly wound orchard fruit flavors start off with a refreshingly bitter quality and pick up weight and sweetness with air. Sweet barrel spice mixes nicely with a lemon limey note from the fruit. It is surprising rich on the palate, and the classic Chardonnay flavors of apple, citrus and vanilla go on and on.
Bottling
Bottled unfiltered.
Winemaking
The grapes were hand harvested, whole cluster pressed (to minimize tannin extraction from the skins), totally barrel fermented in 100% new Francois Frères barrels.
Aging
Aged for 18 months in 100% new Francois Frères barrels.
Appearance
Light yellow-gold.
Food Pairing
This lively wine will go with wide assortment of foods. Lobster Pappardelle with chive butter or fresh corn soufflé with bacon and comté are just a couple of favorites with this Chardonnay.
