DURELL VINEYARD
This is the inaugural release of Durell Chardonnay, and we couldn’t be more excited to be working with these Old Wente vines planted in the rocky soil of an ancient riverbed. Our chardonnay comes exclusively from a block of Old Wente clone vines offering this clones’ signature acidic framework with The Old Wente offers its signature acidic framework with vibrant floral and stone fruit aromatics. The effect of the well drained, stony soils is felt especially on the finish, providing minerality and remarkable depth. |
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WINEMAKER'S NOTES
Vibrant yellow, verging on gold in the glass the richness of this wine begins with the color, and follows through at every level. Aromas of lemon, orange-rind and pear stream from the glass, accompanied by undertones of honey, paraffin and chalky-soil. The palate explodes with lemon, apple, candied orange peel, honeydew and pineapple, along with an intriguing spine of minerality and earthy spice. The mouthfeel is rich, but generous acidity ensures a laser-like focus that carries all these flavors through to a finish that goes on and on, leaving a lingering impression of lemon-drop. The depth, richness, and intensity of this wine shows exactly why we are so excited to have added Durell Chardonnay to our lineup.
TECHNICAL
DATA
Released October 2009
100% ‘Old Wente’ Clone
Native Yeast Fermentation
Aged "sur lies"
25% New French Cooperage
14.1% Alc by Vol
192 Cases Produced |
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