Cold Creek Chardonnay - Carneros
The Cold Creek vineyard is located in the Carneros Region just south of the town of Sonoma. Carneros has a well established reputation for wines of structure and finesse, with well developed fruit flavor. Cool and relaxed, this distinctive vineyard is known for its purity, consistency and seductive character.
Winemaker:
Alison Green Doran
Appellation: Carneros
Vineyard Notes:
Elevation - 200-300 Feet
Soil Type - Alluvial Marine Terrace
Clone - 6
Rootstock - 101-14
Composition:
100% Chardonnay, Single Vineyard
Oak Aging:
10 Months, French Oak, 50% New
Fermentation:
0% Malolactic Fermentation
Tasting Notes:
Brilliant and straw-like in appearance. Lovely creamy pear and caramel apple, with a beautiful vanilla nuance. Elegant and crisp, with minerally apple and lemon flavors. A rich and dramatic wine.
Cases Produced: 400-500 per year
92 Points, Robert Parker
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