In the Russian River Valley and throughout northern California, 2010 will be remembered as one of the coolest vintages on record. The sun smiled on our estate vineyard and the long growing season allowed our Chardonnay grapes to ripen slowly and develop mature fruit flavors. In mid-October, the vintage was marked by 5 days of torrential rains that affected 15-to-20 percent of the growers. Luckily, all of our fruit was harvested well before the rain began. The long hang time and subsequent physiological maturity have given this vintage a mark of great elegance and finesse. The wine was fermented in 70% new French Oak. The structure of the wine was further enhanced by 16 months of lee's contact. The Estate's sense of place or terrior is manifested by a framework of minerality that allows the French Oak to meld almost seamlessly with a mélange of aromas and flavors from crème brulée to Meyer lemon and pear & hazelnut to spice.
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- Size: 750 mL
- Brand: Fog Crest
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