Eos 2008 Reserve Chardonnay
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About This Wine:
Winemaker Comments
Fruit for this blend was predominantly grown in low-yielding old-vine vineyards along the Union Road corridor, and on the benchlands above the Estrella River, near San Miguel. One site, planted in 1961 on its own roots, is among the oldest Chardonnay plantings still producing in the entire Central Coast.Early morning harvesting, gentle handling, and traditional fermentation in oak barrels contribute to the richness and flavor complexity of the wine. Lees stirring throughout the 10 months in barrel, along with malolactic fermentation in approximately 50% of the lots, softened the acidity and enhanced the palate weight.Wine Profile:
| Varietal Composition: | |
| 100% | Chardonnay |
| Appellation: | Paso Robles |
| Harvest Date: | Sept & Oct 2008 |
| Acid: | 6.0 g/l |
| PH: | 3.67 |
| Aging: | Fermented and aged 10 months sur lees in a blend of French and quality American oak barrels, approximately 40% new |
| Alcohol %: | 14.5 |
Tasting Notes:
Green-gold in color. This wine displays white floral and citrus blossom aromatics layered with ripe apricot flavors. Texturally rich & smooth on the palate, with a balanced, flinty acidity. Oak and lees characters are present, playing off one another with sweet crème brulée and burnt sugar tones.
Food Pairing:
Pumpkin & Sage ravioli, seared scallops, baked salmon, Dungeness crab
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