2003 Vista Montone Chardonnay

VINEYARD INFORMATION

Our reserve Chardonnay was sourced entirely from our Vista Montone estate located in the rolling hillsides east of San Pablo Bay at the southern tip of Napa County. This 100-acre marine-influenced property is subject to the cooling breezes and fog similar to the Carneros region which lies just to the west.

WINEMAKING

The 100% free run juice was gently pressed and fermented in barrels at a temperature of 55-65 degrees Fahrenheit. The wine underwent a secondary 100% malolactic fermentation.

WINEMAKER NOTES

Bright apple, pear, and citrus aromas are accented by sweet vanilla notes. On the palate, the wine is fresh yet creamy with a hint of oak on the finish. It was bottled unfiltered to retain the natural stone and tree fruit flavors.

HARVEST DETAILS

Appellation: 100% Napa Valley Date: September 15-19th, 2003 Brix: 24.7 T.A.: 0.68 pH: 3.39

WINE INFORMATION Composition: 100% Chardonnay Barrel Aging: 4 1/2 months in new & one year old French barrels. Alcohol: 13.5% Total Acidity: 0.45 Cases: 10,000 6 pks Release Date: June 14th, 2004