Chalk Hill Estate

WINEMAKER'S NOTES

Chalk Hill's limited production Pinot Gris is unique from the vine to the bottle. Referred to as "gris" due to its grape color, Pinot Gris becomes grayish-purple before it reaches full maturity. The 2006 growing season was long and cool, producing a multi-layered, lush and mouth-filling wine. Its bouquet of white peach, apricot, marmalade and a slight hint of roasted hazelnut precede a deep and round palate of orange spice, nectarine and cream. Finishing long with vanilla, stone fruit and almonds, this richly concentrated white wine is a favorite among chefs due to its extraordinary ability to pair with a variety of cuisines.
Complete Winemaker Notes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Blend:

100% Pinot Gris

Vineyard:

Chalk Hill Estate

Appellation:

Chalk Hill, Russian River Valley

Ageing:

Ten Months Sur Lie

Fermentation:

100% in Barrel with Weekly Batonnage

Harvested:

September 22-26, 2006 Brix: 25.0 T.A. 6.0 g/l pH: 3.43

Bottled:

August 17, 2007 Alc. 14.9% T.A. 5.8 g/l pH: 3.55

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