2008 Elmslie Chardonnay
TASTING NOTES - The 2008 Elmslie Chardonnay
is a powerful barrel fermented and matured Chardonnay
bursting with aromas of cinnamon and grapefruit.
A balanced, full bodied wine with soft acids and a
subtle palate laced with smoky oak and yeast.
WINE MAKER NOTES - Our 2008 Chardonnay is made
from quality “Elmslie” grown grapes, hand-picked from
vines grown in rocky soil with a high clay content and
shallow top soil. Whole bunch pressed, a percentage of this
wine was aged in French oak barrels, then blended with
un-oaked chardonnay to create an excellent wine.
VINTAGE CONDITIONS - 2008 was a terrific vintage
with consistent, warm days and minimal disease.
The fruit was exceptional, producing ‘hedonistic’
ferments.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS – The 2008 Chardonnay matches
exceptionally well with salmon, soft cheeses or a creamy
mushroom risotto.
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Residual Sugar g/L: |
-5g/L |
| Total Acidity: | 6.8 |
| Alcohol %: | 13.2% vol |
| pH: | 3.2 |
| Wine Maker: | Eric Howell |
AWARDS
Gold Medal - 2010 Wine Wise Small Vignerons Awards.
Gold Medal - 2010 National Cool Climate Wine Show.
Best Chardonnay of Show “Trophy” -
2010 National Cool Climate Wine Show.
Best White Wine Of Show “Trophy” -
2010 National Cool Climate Wine Show.
