This distinguished Chardonnay represents the finest barrel selections from Matchbook's Dunnigan Hills estate vineyards. Meticulous winemaking and extended aging in French Foudrerie barrels create a wine that balances richness with precision.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Rich golden color
- Aroma: Elegant perfume notes with toasty oak accents
- Palate: Dense melon and tropical fruit flavors, layered with crème brûlée and butterscotch
- Finish: Long, lingering with bright lemon notes balancing the lush texture
- Structure: Rich and complex, balanced
Technical Details
- Composition: 100% Estate Chardonnay (Clones 4 and 124 Dijon)
- Vinification: 95% barrel fermented, 5% cement egg
- Aging: 9-14 months in American and European oak, including Foudrerie Francois barrels
- Production: 4,513 cases
- Total Acidity: 5.51 g/100ml
- pH: 4.10
Winemaking
Night-harvested fruit undergoes fermentation with multiple yeast strains for complexity. Only 10% of the finest barrel lots receive extended aging, with half of these ultimately selected for the final blend. Complete malolactic fermentation and regular lees stirring enhance richness and texture.
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