Cakebread Cellars Reviews: 2007 Chardonnay Anderson Valley
2007 Chardonnay Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Cakebread Cellars 2007 Chardonnay, Anderson Valley has been awarded the gold medal by the "Best-of-Appellation" Evaluation group. Their notes: A full-blown style with apparent alcohol and assertive but charming French oak is set against lovely lime aromas. Rich and full on the palate with a powerful finish and soft acidity.
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Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
Alcoholic Content: 14.5%
Vineyards: 100% Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Total Acidity: 0.56g/100ml
pH: 3.43
Harvest Dates: 9/27/2007 through 9/28/2007
Fermentation: 100% French Oak
Barrel-aging: 9 months in French oak, with periodic stirring of the yeast lees