Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

Harvested beginning in mid-September from hand-selected clones throughout the Estate, this Chardonnay blends great flavors and textures. Traditional Burgundian winemaking included barrel fermentation (34% new oak) with native yeasts, and nine month sur lie aging. Complex flavors of lime, red and yellow apple, tangerine and quince combine with elegant length and assertive texture to make an unforgettable Chardonnay experience.
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REVIEW

Wine Enthusiast awards the 2000 Estate Bottled Chalk Hill Chardonnay 90 Points
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Beverage Testing Institute awards the 2000 Estate Bottled Chalk Hill Chardonnay 91 Points, "Exceptional"
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

100% Chardonnay

Vineyard:

Estate

Appelation:

Chalk Hill

Ageing:

nine months sur lies, 34% new oak

Fermentation:

100% in barrel, 79% native yeasts, 100% natural malolactic

Harvested:

September 11 - October 9, 2000, Brix 23.3°, T.A. 6.0 g/l, pH 3.59

Bottled:

July 27 - August 20, 2001, T.A. 5.7 g/l, pH 3.53

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