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Ripe, creamy, oak-matured single vineyard |
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Less than 5000 bottles produced |
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Beautiful and powerful citrus-like style |
Description
This beautiful single vineyard wine from the iconic Italian Sonoma family Pedroncelli is a superb example of a true Californian-style Chardonnay. Not so much Burgundian, but riper in fruit, with mild acidity and a distinct oaky note.
The grapes come from a specially selected parcel in the fifty-year-old Frank Johnson vineyard. This is located in Dry Creek Valley, on the border with the famous Russian River Valley. The relatively cool climate, thanks to the long ripening season, produces grapes with pronounced aromas and plenty of freshness.
Once harvested, they are destemmed and pressed. Fermentation and maturation take place for eight months in French oak barrels, 20% of which are new.
The result is a flamboyant Chardonnay with notes of tropical fruit, butter, vanilla, and caramel. It's seductively full and creamy, with nutty notes and a smooth finish. A delightful wine with mac 'n cheese, lobster in butter sauce, or grilled chicken.
