White Half Bottles
2002 Estate Bottled Chardonnay
WINEMAKER'S NOTES
The fifteen Chardonnay clones in various vineyards on the estate slowly advanced to full maturity in 2002, gaining richness, weight, and flavor concentration. Hand-harvested and whole-cluster pressed, the grapes were guided through our traditional, Burgundian-style winemaking. Native yeast fermentations and native malolactic fermentations imparted layers of texture and complexity. The finished wine boasts intense aromas of pear, apple, hazelnut and integrated oak. Flavors of lemon curd and exotic spice are buoyed by the creamy, fresh acidity—a signature combination of richness and elegance.
Complete Winemaker Notes
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
- Blend:
- 100% Chardonnay
- Vineyard:
- Estate
- Appelation:
- Chalk Hill appellation, Russian River Valley
- Ageing:
- Nine months SUR LIES, 40% new French oak
- Fermentation:
- 100% in barrel, 90% native yeasts, 100% native malolactic - with batonage
- Harvested:
- September 11, 2002 brix 24.4 t.a. 5.9 g/l pH 3.61
- Bottled:
- July 29, 2003 t.a. 5.9 g/l pH 3.45
Craig's Comments
This winery is owned by Fred and Peggy Furth who have west Michigan connections. Fred was an attorney for the Kellogg co. in Battle Creek. Peggy lived in Kalamazoo and worked for the Kellogg Co. She became the first woman to hold an officer's position at Kellogg–Vice President, Public Affairs.