2007 ARCADIA Vineyard
Chardonnay
For the Roman poet Virgil, ARCADIA was celebrated as a place of pastoral simplicity, where inhabitants lived in close harmony with nature. In southern Napa Valley, at the foot of Mt. George, a 128-acre parcel revealed itself in a similar way to the Winiarski family, who purchased the land in 1996 and named it ARCADIA VINEYARD. This vineyard produces Chardonnay similar to classic Burgundian Chablis. From the first release with the 1998 vintage, it has won accolades for its combination of alluring perfume, delicate fruit, vibrant minerality, and understated oak.
Tasting Notes
A gorgeous bouquet of green apple, pear, and citrus fruits mingles with notes of jasmine, honeysuckle, and warm pie crust. These inviting aromas lead to Flavors of gingered pears, vanilla cream, and citrus zest that lightly lingers to a satisfying finish. This wine is easily enjoyed as an aperitif with oysters on the half shell or tuna tartare. It’s also an excellent companion to grilled lemon chicken with a dill cream sauce, a classic seafood salad, or a cold avocado and corn soup with cilantro oil.
Buy This Wine- Blend:
- 100% Chardonnay
- Alcohol:
- 13.6
- pH:
- 3.29
- Total Acidity:
- 0.62g/100ml
- Barrel Aging:
- 7 months sur lies
100% previously filled French oak - Fermentation:
- 75% barrel
25% tank - Malolactic Fermentation:
- None