2006 CHARDONNAY - RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY / CRESTA RIDGE VINEYARD

Green Valley, the coolest of the Russian River Valley sub-appellations, allows for extremely long maturation time, providing wonderful intensity and complexity to the fruit profile. As with all of our Chardonnays, we select a minimum of three strains of yeast for primary fermentation which adds complexity to the fruit profile of the vineyard. This wine was 100% barrel fermented in French oak barrels (1/3 new). The wine was aged sur lie, underwent full malolactic fermentation and was matured in barrel for 7 months.

This 2006 Cresta Ridge Chardonnay exhibits aromas of orange blossom, citrus zest and toffee. Luscious honeydew and spiced pear flavors are enhanced by subtle mineral notes. Brimming with vibrant acidity and freshness, this wine has incredible complexity, moderately toasty notes of oak and generous mouthfeel. This Chardonnay shows great balance with a lingering, crisp finish.