The fifth annual Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition took place September 28 and 29, 2012. Drawing on the expertise of 13 Certified Sommeliers from across the United States over 800 wines were evaluated.
Our 2009 Chardonnay Reserve, Carneros Napa Valley was awarded a silver medal.
Grape variety:
100% Chardonnay
Alcoholic Content:
14.2%
Vineyards:
100% Carneros, Napa Valley
Total Acidity:
0.63g/100ml
pH: 3.47
Harvest Dates:
September 18 - 19, 2009
Fermentation:
100% French Oak
Barrel-aging:
15 months sur li in French oak, 31% new, with periodic stirring of the lees.
