2016 Chardonnay
Wahluke Slope, Washington State
Tasting Notes
Aromas of lemon custard, lychee and orange blossom lead to crème fraîche and honeysuckle on the palate. Finishing with clean and crisp citrus flavors.
Vintage
Bud break occurred much earlier than normal, with above average temperatures leading through late August. At this point we experienced a period of cooler temperatures extending harvest into early November with well-balanced ripeness.
Vineyard
Weinbau Vineyard 100% • Wahluke Slope AVA
Composition
Chardonnay 100%
Winemaking
Grapes were pressed whole cluster, fermented in 78% concrete and 22% New French Oak. Stirred every 45 days, remaining on lees up to bottling.
Technical Data
TA: 7.1 g/L
pH: 3.75
Alcohol: 13.8%
Yeast Strain: CY3079
Cases Produced: 182