Spy Valley Unoaked Chardonnay 2008

Tasting Notes

Spy Valley Unoaked Chardonnay 2008 - Paul Bourgeois

Chardonnay grapes are selected from our Marlborough vineyards, gently crushed and fermented warm in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation the wines are aged for four months prior to blending and bottling. The wine is typical of ripe Chardonnay with aromas of peach and apricot and a full bodied rich palate. A hint of mineral contributes to the wines’ vibrant character.

Country

New Zealand

Region

Marlborough

Vineyards

Johnson Estate

Variety

Chardonnay

Harvest Date

18 March - 10 April 2008

Brix at Harvest

22.0 - 23.8 °Brix

Viticulturalist

Adam McCone

Soils

Shallow and stony soils with overlying sandy loam

Winemakers

Paul Bourgeois and Kathy-Lee Bird

Winemaking

After picking and pressing the individual parcels were slowly tank fermented. At the end of fermentation the wines were aged on the yeast lees for four months prior to blending and bottling.

Colour

Bright gold

Bouquet

The primary character is ripe, tropical fruits. Look for melon, peach and citrus with notes of spice.

Palate

Richness and a ripe, full texture define this wine. Soft around the edges with a concentrated fruit core.

Release Date

October 2008

Cellaring

1-3 years

Analysis

Residual Sugar:

6.9 g/L

pH:

3.40

TA:

6.3 g/L

Alcohol:

13.5% v/v

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Accolades

The Pleasure of Unoaked Chardonnay - Wine NZ, Summer 08, Jan 09
Recommended - Unoaked Chardonnay 2008 - Canvas Magazine, Apr 09
Spy Valley Unoaked Chardonnay 2008

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