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2008 Chardonnay
Virginia
 

Composition: 100% Chardonnay                                  Harvest Date: Sept 16th-October 21st

Vineyard Source: A blend of Crown                              p.H.: 3.42
Orchard Vineyard and Mt. Juliet Vineyard
in Charlottesville and Quaker Run Vineyard            Acidity: 6.21 grams/Liter
in Madison.

Fermentation: 85% stainless steel and 15%                 Sweetness: Dry
French and American oak barrels

Aging: 12 months in both French and American
oak barrels

Comments: This is a refreshing style of Chardonnay crafted in a fruit focused method. Highlights of ripe apple and peach notes mingle with a touch of lemon and light cream. This is a wonderfully food friendly wine that goes great with seafood as well as roasted game hen or grilled pork chops.