2014 Pellegrini Unoaked Chardonnay
Wine Specs
Vintage
2014
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Harvest Date
September 2014
Acid
6.15
pH
3.4
Bottling Date
May 19, 2015
Alcohol %
14.1
Wine Specs
Vintage
2014
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Harvest Date
September 2014
Acid
6.15
pH
3.4
Bottling Date
May 19, 2015
Alcohol %
14.1
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Vivid citrus and orchard fruit characters of Russian River Valley fruit are showcased in this surprisingly highly textured depiction of unoaked Chardonnay. Aromas of ripe pear, white nectarine, green apple, Meyer lemon, Mandarin orange are embellished with floral blossoms. The palate impression is initially lively and citrusy but swells with an unexpected lushness and creaminess. The expansive volume persists through the finish. Drink now and for the three years to enjoy the full flourish of its fruit.
Vineyard Notes
The Russian River Valley is an outstanding region for growing Chardonnay with exceptional finesse. The Russian River Valley growing season in 2014 started with a mild spring and early bud break followed by summer of moderately warm and even temperatures and finished with a couple of cool, foggy weeks ending August. The extended ripening period allowed fruit to develop to perfect maturity with spectacular fruit character. The Russian River Chardonnays of this vintage display particularly expressive flavors along with their characteristically elegant acidity.
Winemaker Notes
To make the purest possible expression of Chardonnay, we harvested a touch early to ensure clean and vivid fruit. Grapes were hand-picked in the cool early morning hours and pressed whole cluster. An especially long, cool fermentation and aging in stainless steel maintained the fresh fruit flavors and delicate floral aromas. This wine gets its complexity and rich texture from sur lie aging with lees stirring. No oak, no malo-lactic conversion. Pure Chardonnay.
Food Pairing Notes
The Pellegrini Unoaked Chardonnay is the wine to pour year round as it has the brightness to pair with cold salads or grilled fish and the rich complexity to complement creamy sauced pork or chicken. This wine will shine with shrimp and lemon risotto.