This Chardonnay is very lively and fresh on the nose, displaying hints of Asian pear, white peach, melon and Meyer lemon zest. The palate has a full and coating texture that draws out the finish. The wine is balanced by a mineral-like acidity that cleanses the palate. Serve this wine slightly chilled. Not too cold though, or the aromatics will be muted. Watch the nose open up as the wine warms slightly.
"The 2008 Chardonnay (which sees 80% new oak and goes through full malolactic) comes from the Pisoni Vineyard. Much of this is made from the old Wente clone of Chardonnay, with some from newer clones. Notes of peach blossom, citrus oil, white currant, honeysuckle, and orange jump from the glass of this fruit-laden, full-bodied style of Chardonnay, with the oak well-concealed. (About 50% new French oak is used.) The wine has a layered texture, good acidity, and striking minerality."
Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate : 93 Points
Aug 2010
VINTAGE
- 2008
VARIETAL
- 100% Chardonnay
IMPORTER
- Vintage Imports
FARMING TECHNIQUE
- Traditional
PRESS
- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate : 93 Points
AVAILABILITY
- Colorado
WEBSITE
Lucia
