2004 Camp Meeting Ridge Chardonnay
Tasting Notes
Intense aromas of honeydew melon, green apples, and vanilla are followed by layers of jasmine, honeysuckle, and lemon curd. Bouquet is highlighted with hints of mineral, nutmeg and cedar. Rich and lush on the palate with refreshing, crisp acidity and long, lingering finish. Enjoy now or cellar up to 2 years.
Vineyards
The grapes for Camp Meeting Ridge Chardonnay are grown in our west-facing heritage blocks containing both Old Wente and Dijon clonal selections. Block 6 is the most rugged, rocky, and least vigorous of all our Chardonnay. It consistently yields a powerful wine of great concentration, depth, and expression of terroir and has historically been an important component of the Camp Meeting Ridge Chardonnay.
Harvest
Early September 2004
Winemaking
Careful hand sorting and whole cluster pressing. Fermentation with indigenous, native yeasts accompanied by regular battonage until the completion of the malolactic fermentation in the spring of 2005.
Cooperage and Aging
40% new barrels; 100% French Oak Total time in barrel: 11 months.
Bottling
August 2005; 240 cases produced.
Final bottling technical information
- pH: 3.32
- TA: .622 g/100 ml
- Alcohol: 13.9%
Release Date
Spring 2006