Clos Du Bois Chardonnay

Description

Vineyards Fruit for this classic Chardonnay is sourced from our own estate vineyards and those of more than 100 contract growers throughout Californias North Coast appellation. Comprising six counties north of San Francisco Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Lake, Marin, and Solano, the expansive North Coast is home to some of the finest vineyards in California.Winemaking Fruit was harvested cool and gently pressed at the winery in order to preserve Chardonnays pure fruit flavors. After settling, the must was partially barrel fermented 65% in a combination of French and American oak, with the remaining juice undergoing fermentation in stainless steel. Malolactic fermentation was then induced to soften the wines acidity and impart a smooth mouthfeel. To encourage maximum flavor development, the wine was aged in barrel sur lie for six months, with the lees stirred monthly prior to bottling.Winemaker Notes Brilliant silver straw-yellow in color, our Chardonnay displays intense primary aromas of apple blossom, ripe pear, and sweet lemon drop, which are complemented by notes of toasty oak, spice, and cream. The wines silky texture is overlaid with bright juicy flavors of rich, ripe apple and pearlingering into a fresh, satisfying finish.Food Pairings This crisp, refreshing Chardonnay will complement the likes of fish prepared in lemon butter, pasta in cream sauce, and chicken dishes. – Clos du Bois