Chardonnay Route 121, Carneros – 2010
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Introduction
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RouteStock Cellars crafts wines from the signature varietals grown along the wine routes one travels when visiting the world’s most celebrated wine regions.
We are pleased to share with you the release of our Carneros Chardonnay, inspired by the fog-shrouded, wind-swept stretch of Highway 121 known as the Carneros Highway.
By identifying prime, family-owned vineyard sources along this blustery highway, we have created a wine that reminds us why Carneros is such a great place to grow Chardonnay.
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Vineyard Profile
- Appellation: Carneros
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Vinification
- Malolactic: 70% of the wine went through malolactic
- Barrel Fermentation: 45% of the wine was barrel fermented in 15% new French oak
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
- Production (in cases): 3,891 cases
- Production Case Pack: 12/750ml
- Alcohol: 14.59%
- TA: 6.2g/L
- p H: 3.60
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Tasting Notes
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The wine has an attractive pale straw color with some lime hues. The aromas are filled with layers of white blossom, honeysuckle and subtle melon notes along with a hint of marmalade spice. The flavors are of white peach and Bartlett pear along with a subtle tropical note. The palate is full-flavored with a bright citrus finish.
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Chardonnay Route 121, Carneros – 2010
There are aromas of white blossom, honeysuckle and melon notes along with a hint of marmalade spice. The flavors are of white peach and Bartlett pear along with a subtle tropical note. The palate is full-flavored with a bright citrus finish.