2018 Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay, Sonoma County
This Chardonnay delights with aromas of citrus, white peach, orange blossom, vanilla, graham cracker and butter perfectly balanced by vibrant and refreshing flavors of Meyer lemon, minerality, cinnamon and pears. Lingering
creamy and toasted oak notes round out the finish.
Food Pairing Notes
This versatile Chardonnay pairs perfectly with seafood, poultry, white meats and dishes with cream sauces. Try preparations that include citrus, butter, cream, cheese, bacon, nutmeg, thyme, basil or toasted nuts.
Composition
100% Chardonnay
Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sonoma County
Acid
.55 g/l
pH
3.48
Aging
24% new French oak, 76% older French oak
Bottling Date
June 2019
Alcohol %
14.4
Production Notes
The grapes are destemmed, pressed, then cold settled in stainless steel tanks before moving to barrels for fermentation.
Vineyard Notes
2018 was a very good year with ideal weather conditions for the vines. Spring produced great set, and average rainfalls led to normal to above-normal yields. Consistently warm temperatures during the summer months without any drastic heat spikes or rain events allowed for longer “hang time” for the grapes, which led to fully ripe flavors.