The 2020 Salexis Carneros Chardonnay was made from Napa Valley Carneros fruit grown by Beckstoffer Vineyards.
Styled for earlier consumption, this wine was barrel fermented in 33% new French oak with the balance being once used barrels and
under went malolactic fermentation, both with native yeast and bacteria. After the fermentations were completed, the wine was aged
on the lees for 15 months. The resulting wine is fruit forward with the aromas and flavors of pears, apples and citrus fruits.
Well balanced with crisp acidity, this Chardonnay should continue to develop for 4 to 6 years in the bottle.
Blend Composition: 100.00% Chardonnay Dijon Clones #76 and #95
Harvest Dates: September 1, 2020
Harvest Analysis: 24.7 Brix, 5.7 gms/l TA, 3.47 pH
Barrel Aging: 15 months in Burgundy Style French oak, Medium Plus and Heavy Toast,
33% new Francois Freres cooperage
Bottling Date: June 29, 2022
Case Production: 93 cases
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The 2020 Salexis Carneros Chardonnay was made from Napa Valley Carneros fruit grown by Beckstoffer Vineyards.
Styled for earlier consumption, this wine was barrel fermented in 33% new French oak with the balance being once used barrels and
under went malolactic fermentation, both with native yeast and bacteria. After the fermentations were completed, the wine was aged
on the lees for 15 months. The resulting wine is fruit forward with the aromas and flavors of pears, apples and citrus fruits.
Well balanced with crisp acidity, this Chardonnay should continue to develop for 4 to 6 years in the bottle.
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Wine Information
Region | Napa Valley | pH | 3.47 pH | |
Vintage | 2020 | Residual Sugar | ||
Grape | Chardonnay | Cellar Potential | ||
Country | USA | Unit Size | 750ml | |
Alcohol Percentage | Varietal Composition | 100.00% Chardonnay Dijon Clones #76 and #95 | ||
Appellation | Napa Valley | Color | ||
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Palate |
Weight | 2.0 lbs |
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Dimensions | 3 × 3 × 12 in |
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