Edna Valley Vineyard Chardonnay San Luis Obispo County Paragon Vineyard 07
| Vintage: | 2007 |
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Appellation: | San Luis Obispo County |
| Alcohol %: | 13.9 |
| Tasting Notes: | Bright tropical fruit, fresh peach and green pear mark this fruit-driven 2007 Chardonnay. Subtle oak nuances add depth and round out the body with vanilla, caramel and nutmeg. The intricate interplay of lively fruit and barrel-influenced complexity develop across the palate and linger through the finish, leaving the suggestion of pineapple and coconut playfully dancing off the tongue. A perfect complement to chicken salad or fresh grilled salmon. |
| Vineyard Notes: | The gray, clay soils and unique position of the Parragon Vineyard create ideal conditions for the Edna Valley Chardonnay, imparting a bright minerality and lush fruit core. Cool marine weather funnels in through the east-west valley keeping temperatures low throughout growing season, lengthening hang-time and enabling development of rich, tropical and stone fruit flavors. Originally planted in 1973-1974, the vines produce inherently complex grapes rich in flavor. |
| Production Notes: | Fruit expression is paramount and to achieve this, winemaker Harry Hanson began by pressing grapes whole cluster and separating the free-run from the press-fraction juice, retaining the vibrancy and freshness of the flavors. This fine balance was further enhanced with partial barrel fermentation and minimal malolactic fermentation, which helped to build mid-palate structure and capture barrel nuances without overpowering the delicacy of the fruit. A majority of the wine was aged sur lie in small oak barrels for a weighty core. |
| Winemaker Notes: | 2007 was a fantastic vintage in the Edna Valley. Absence of occasionally difficult Santa Ana winds allowed for a long, cool growing season, yielding ripe fruit with concentrated flavors and desirable balance. Chardonnay in particular benefited from these conditions as the fruit was allowed to hang on the vine and develop wonderfully tropical flavors. Overall, grape quality was high with ripe, lush flavors balanced with lively acidity. |
Tasting Notes:
Bright tropical fruit, fresh peach and green pear mark this fruit-driven 2007 Chardonnay. Subtle oak nuances add depth and round out the body with vanilla, caramel and nutmeg. The intricate interplay of lively fruit and barrel-influenced complexity develop across the palate and linger through the finish, leaving the suggestion of pineapple and coconut playfully dancing off the tongue. A perfect complement to chicken salad or fresh grilled salmon.
Vineyard Notes:
The gray, clay soils and unique position of the Parragon Vineyard create ideal conditions for the Edna Valley Chardonnay, imparting a bright minerality and lush fruit core. Cool marine weather funnels in through the east-west valley keeping temperatures low throughout growing season, lengthening hang-time and enabling development of rich, tropical and stone fruit flavors. Originally planted in 1973-1974, the vines produce inherently complex grapes rich in flavor.
Production Notes:
Fruit expression is paramount and to achieve this, winemaker Harry Hanson began by pressing grapes whole cluster and separating the free-run from the press-fraction juice, retaining the vibrancy and freshness of the flavors. This fine balance was further enhanced with partial barrel fermentation and minimal malolactic fermentation, which helped to build mid-palate structure and capture barrel nuances without overpowering the delicacy of the fruit. A majority of the wine was aged sur lie in small oak barrels for a weighty core.
Winemaker Notes:
2007 was a fantastic vintage in the Edna Valley. Absence of occasionally difficult Santa Ana winds allowed for a long, cool growing season, yielding ripe fruit with concentrated flavors and desirable balance. Chardonnay in particular benefited from these conditions as the fruit was allowed to hang on the vine and develop wonderfully tropical flavors. Overall, grape quality was high with ripe, lush flavors balanced with lively acidity.