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2013 Maroon Chardonnay, Cathartes Vineyard, Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley
We cold-fermented this wine in tanks with minimal oak and no malolactic fermentation to express the natural varietal character of the fruit.
The Wine: Our 2013 Maroon Oak Knoll District Chardonnay was harvested from the Oak Knoll District. This wine was whole cluster pressed, then cold-fermented in tanks with minimal oak and no malolactic fermentation. With this wine, we were looking to express the natural varietal character of the fruit.
The Story: The wine has rich aromas of ripe citrus fruits. On the palate, the wine is nicely balanced with citrus fruits and hints of ripe tropical fruits. This wine has a nice acidity that maintains the wine's freshness from start to finish.
The Bottom Line: Drink Upon Release through 2017.
Paul Maroon became interested in wine over 40 years ago. He visited Napa as often as possible through the years and finally in 2000 he realized his dream and relocated to the Napa Valley from Portola Valley, CA (Silicon Valley). Here he began his life as a vintner. He has been growing grapes and making fine wines in Napa ever since.
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