2008 Chardonnay - Reserve
Our 2008 Reserve Chardonnay is produced from grapes grown at Stuhlmuller Vineyards in Alexander Valley bordered by Russian River and Chalk Hill Appellations. This area has unique river bench land soils, which produce some of California's most distinctive Chardonnays. This Chardonnay was fermented and aged sur lie for ten months in French Oak. The wine possesses a golden color, lovely fragranced layers of pineapple, pear, apple and lemon cream pie, with a soft finish of nutmeg and citrus blossoms.
Awards
Summers Reserve Chardonnay - With terrific fruit and no evidence of oak (30% new is used), this outstanding Chardonnay should be enjoyed over its first 1-2 years. Page 450
Summers Reserve Chardonnay, 2008 Alexander Valley "Stuhlmuller Vineyard" receives a Silver Award at San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Chardonnay - Reserve Wine Information
Suggested Food Pairings: Scallops with a tarragon cream sauce; Cellaring: Enjoy now; Technical Analysis: 100% Chardonnay, 14.5% Alcohol; 0.66g/100mL Total Acidity; 3.50 pH; Fermented 10 months in French Oak, 40% New Oak; Cases Produced: 1,150
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