6 - 2013 Front Runner Chardonnay, Central Coast 750ml
2013 Front Runner Chardonnay, Central Coast
The Central Coast of California is synonymous with Chardonnay. From the Monterey County in the North to Santa Barbara County in the South there is a tremendous range of climates, soil types and vineyard aspects that each contribute to a unique and complex wine. This diversity leads to wines with rich, tropical characters from the warmer vineyards to vibrant acid and citrus flavors from the cooler sites.
This Chardonnay has aromas of candied orange blossom, tinned pineapple, and vanilla, with layers of complex spice derived from time spent on oak. It exhibits minerality, and vibrant acidity, and an abundance of pure fruit on the finish.
Fermented primarily on French Oak of various origins and toasting levels, underwent malolactic fermentation and was aged on yeast for 5-6 months to enhance mouth feel. Freshness was retained by fermenting a portion of the wine in stainless steel only and avoiding the onset of malolactic fermentation.