Rutherford Ranch Barrel Select Chardonnay 2016

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Winemakers across Napa Valley reported another stellarharvest for 2016. Bud break began early due to a warm spring,and the summer season saw moderate daytime temperatureswith cool evenings. Harvest began in mid-August with thepicking of our white grape varietals. October brought heavyrains which put a swift end to a successful harvest.Our Napa Valley Chardonnay was fermented in a combinationof temperature controlled stainless steel tanks and French oakbarrels. Our stainless steel fermentation process allows us topreserve the fruit’s natural lush flavors and aromatic qualities.The French oak barrel sur lies then imparts richness and acreamy texture to the mid palate, creating a complex yet elegantlybalanced Chardonnay.This is a deliciously versatile wine to be enjoyed as an apéritif orpaired with chicken and grilled fish entrées, creamy vegetablesoups or your favorite selection of cheeses.WINE DESCRIPTIONAROMAS: Comforting notes of baked apple pie with toastedoak notes of caramel and spice. Opens up to reveal mineral andfruity aromas including ripe Asian pear, dried apricot and whitepeach.FLAVORS: A full-bodied wine with bright acidity, suffusingoak flavors show as vanilla and sweet-oak through to the palate.Finishes with a hint of lemon meringue pie.TA/PH: 0.54 (g/100mL) / 3.50BLEND: 100% ChardonnayAGING: Stainless Steel and French oak barrelsALCOHOL: 13.5% Show more