Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay

Description

Tasting Notes The 2014 Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay from Sonoma County has superior lots of wine from our vineyards in Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley and Carneros. This full-bodied yet refreshing Chardonnay boasts aromas of lemon, pear, green apple, orange blossom, lychee and peach perfectly balanced by flavors of Meyer lemon, vanilla and graham with a floral finish.Vintage Notes Overall 2014 was a good year. Spring produced great set, and despite a third year of drought conditions in our area vines produced ideal yields. Overall warmer temperatures during the summer months allowed fruit to achieve mature ripe flavors.Winemaker Notes Over 60 individual Chardonnay lots are gently destemmed, pressed, then cold settled for two days in stainless steel tanks before moving to barrels for fermentation. Aged separately in French oak, the wine completes 95 percent malolactic fermentation, then is sur lie aged and stirred every two weeks until bottling in June.Food Pairings 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. – Ferrari-Carano