We crafted our 2007 Limited Selection Chardonnay entirely from grapes grown in the cool Santa Rita Hills appellation of western Santa Ynez Valley, including 60% from our Evan’s Ranch vineyard. The superb 2007 vintage ripened this special fruit to perfection. An indication is the wine’s deep golden color, which introduces lavish butterscotch, crème brulee, toasted coconut and vanilla aromas. After a few minutes aeration, lovely ripe apple, mango and toasted pineapple scents emerge, supported by baking spice and mineral tones.
On the palate, this luxurious, unfiltered Chardonnay offers a wonderfully supple, creamy texture and luscious, remarkably concentrated, yellow apple, mango, pineapple and nectarine flavors. Lively underlying acidity provides structure and vibrancy to the wine’s opulent fruit, while the Santa Rita Hills’ distinctive minerality adds a refreshing note to the long, crisp finish. Although this sumptuous Chardonnay is delicious now, it will develop further complexity with another 2-3 years of bottle age. Enjoy it on its own or with rich seafood, poultry and vegetarian entrees, and creamy, mildly flavored cheeses.
July 2009
Retail Price $38
SUMMER SPECIAL PRICE $30
WINE CLUB MEMBER PRICE $24