2009 Knights Bridge Chardonnay Alder Springs
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2009
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
North Mendocino County
Vineyard Designation
Alder Springs
Harvest Date
September 25, 2009
Fermentation
100%
Bottling Date
February 16, 2011
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Vivid aromas of pear, apple, white peach and minerality abound in this
wine with subtle toasty vanilla notes and a hint of mint. Golden in color,
this wine is rich in the entry with ripe fruit flavors integrated well with
sweet oak components leading to a long and vibrant finish.
Winemaker Notes
The grapes were harvested at 24º brix, pressed cold at the winery, and
allowed to settle for 24 hours in tank. The juice was transferred to 100%
new Saury and Francoise Frere barrels to ferment. After fermentation the
barrels were stirred every week for over a year. The wine is bottled un-fined
and un-filtered.
Food Pairing Notes
Savor this wine with sautéed Panko-crusted scallops with minted spring
rolls and a grilled lemon relish or with grilled Pacific salmon, summer
vegetables and green papaya salad.