Chardonnay Bien Nacido - Foxen Winery

VarietalChardonnay  (Davis Clone 04 and 05 and Robert Young selection)

Total Acidity gr/Lt                                                              Production: 1500 cs                 

Appellation:   Santa Maria Valley                                    Ph: 3.38

Alcohol %: 13.4                                                          T.A:  0.665

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Tasting Notes:
Creamy, supple and expressive, with striking depth and nuance. Block UU has an extra kick of texture that is hugely appealing. Lemon confit, orchard fruit and chamomile all grace this compelling and wonderfully inviting Chardonnay

Aging:  Sur lies for 8 months. 100% barrel fermented; 100% French oak 500L puncheons; 20% new.

Food Pairing:   Meaty fish (halibut, cod) and shellfish (lobster, shrimp, crab, scallops.)  Veal, Pork Loin.

Accolades

2017  92 pts  Wine Enthusiast

 

POS 2016

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