> 2007 Chasseur Durell Chardonnay

2007 Chasseur Durell Chardonnay

This is a truly complete Chardonnay, possessed of enormous richness, fine varietal definition and the terroir characteristics associated with its famous vineyard. The nose brings forth plush peach, apple skin, baked apple, vanilla cream and toasted coconut scents, in fine harmony. Things are deeper still on the palate, which feels drenched in mouth-coating spiced-apple pie, peach tart, toasted nut, coconut and crème brulee flavors that are balanced both by chiseled mineral notes and brisk fruit acidity. At the end, the flavor seems almost panoramic, and everything lingers beautifully. It should get still better over the next few years. 7 barrels produced.

Detailed Wine Information

Acidity:	7.3 g/L
Alcohol:	15.3%
Appellation:	Sonoma Coast
Bottling Date:	April 07, 2009
Fermentation:	100% Malolactic
Harvest Date:	September 29th at 25.5 degree Brix
Oak:	French Oak
Release Date:	October 01, 2009
Time In Oak:	17 months
Vineyard Notes:	Sonoma Coast/Sonoma Valley Durell Vineyard: Wente-Hyde Selection
Vintage Notes:	2007 was a nearly perfect growing season which led to a nearly perfect vintage. Unusually dull summer days of moderate sunshine and heat kept everything even during the growing season. Then an unusual heat spike (which seems to be more usual every year) in the final days of August started to elevate sugars. Cooler heads prevailed; those who did not panic were rewarded with cool temperatures in September and October. Longer than usual hang time ensued and unusual wines of unusual quality were the result.

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