CHARDONNAY
gourmet pairings
Posole verde—with the broth's
fresh, bright flavors from the
tomatillos and cilantro, as well
as the sweetness of the corn—
enhances the ripe apple,
melon, and citrus flavors of
the wine.
tasting notes
Aromatics and flavors of green apple and key lime introduce
spice and melon-driven flavors mid palate. A finish of vanillins
and dried apple notes with a nicely weighted viscosity are
balanced by alcohol, leaving only a faint illusion of sweetness.
winemaker's insight
Our chardonnay winemaking regimen is predicated on night
harvesting, which ensures the grapes are picked cold and retain
their fruit purity and bright natural acidity. The fruit is whole-
cluster-pressed, further preserving freshness and purity. All but
a small percentage of the component wines age in barrel for
eight months on the yeast lees, with periodic stirring, to enhance
texture and richness while preserving full varietal expression.
APPELLATION: Walla Walla Valley
COMPOSITION: 96% chardonnay, 4% viognier
MATURATION: 22% New AO, 40% barrel fement/aging, 60% SS ferment
months
CELLARING: Delicious now, but will handsomely reward another three
to five years' bottle aging
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