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Marlborough Chardonnay 2007
| Date of Harvest: | 15th April 2007 |
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| Region: | Marlborough | |
| Brix at Harvest: | Average 22.5 | |
| Total acidity at Harvest: | 8.3 g/l | |
| pH at Harvest: | 3.24 | |
| Colour: | Medium Straw Yellow |
| Bouquet: | Rich and intense with aromas of ripe tropical fruit, subtle oak, hints of fresh bread and nuts with creamy notes. |
| Taste: | Medium to full bodied with a textural mid palate leading to a citrusy, slightly warm and persistent finish. |
| TA in wine: | 5.36 g/l |
| pH of wine: | 3.55 |
| Alcohol %: | 12.5% |
| Aging potential: | Best within 3 years |
The 2007 Marlborough Chardonnay is sourced from two Giesen vineyards in the Wairau Valley.
Approximately 10% of the blend was fermented in oak barriques with the balance fermented in tanks. Both were left on yeast lees and stirred periodically to enhance the structure and flavour profile and completed 100% malo-lactic fermentation. After blending the wine was prepared with bottling with a casein fining and bottled in December 2007. Remove the screwcap and allow to breath before serving. Partner with rice dishes, fresh fish and rich pasta dishes. |