Stone Creek 2005 Chardonnay, Mendocino County

Harvest Notes


Alc. by vol.:	13.7%
Residual sugar:	0.05 g/100 ml
pH:	3.65
Total acidity:	0.66 g/100 ml

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The 2005 growing season was mostly cooler than average, which allowed the grapes to hang longer on the vines without causing the sugar levels to rise too high too quickly. This allowed the fruit to fully mature yet keep its crisp acidity. The grapes were harvested late in the season due to good weather. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks allowed the wine to retain the crisp acidity, and maturation in neutral oak barrels accentuated the ripe fruit.

Mendocino County has warm days like Napa Valley and Sonoma County, but cooler nights, which accentuates the delicate flavor nuances in the grapes, as well as promoting a refreshing crispness. Our H&W Estate Vineyard showcases that classic Mendocino County character superbly.

Tasting Notes

Our Stone Creek 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay, Mendocino County was fermented and aged without using oak to preserve the delicate fruit character. It has fragrant impressions of pineapple, pear, and ripe apple in the aroma, and nuances of pear, ripe apple, limeade, and grapefruit in the flavors. Drink now through 2008.

Pairing Suggestions

It would be lovely with a cold antipasti platter, poached salmon with a creamy dill sauce, or a picnic with herb-encrusted chicken.

Awards & Accolades

Chairman's Award, Unanimous Gold - 2007 Riverside International Wine Competition
Gold - 2008 Mendocino County Fair Wine Competition
Distinguished Gold - 2009 Lodi International Wine Awards
Gold - 2009 Lodi International Wine Awards Hyper Award
Silver - 2007 Grand Harvest Awards
Silver - 2007 Hilton Head Wine Fest
Silver - 2007 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition
Silver - 2007 Mendocino County Fair Wine Competition
Silver - 2008 Monterey Wine Competition
Silver - 2008 Lodi International Wine Competition Hyper Award
Silver - 2008 Lodi International Wine Competition Sensitive Award
Silver - 2008 Riverside International Wine Competition
Silver - 2008 American Wine Society Commission Wine Competition
Silver - 2009 Lodi International Wine Awards Sensitive Award
Silver - 2009 Lodi International Wine Awards Tolerant Award
Bronze - 2007 West Coast Wine Competition
Bronze - 2007 San Diego International Wine Competition
Bronze - 2007 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Bronze - 2007 Sonoma-Marin Fair Wine Competition
Bronze - 2007 American Wine Society Comm. Wine Comp.
Bronze - 2008 The Dallas Morning News Wine Competition
Bronze - 2008 National Women's Competition
Bronze - 2008 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits

AlaWine.com, Friday, July 6, 2007
AlaWine Notes:
Presenting as a clear, pale straw-yellow color, Stone Creek 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay offers light aromas of pear and apple, with a melon highlight. On the palate, peaches and pear flavors merge with apple on the front end, and grapefruit on the back. A crisp acidity accents and holds the fruit flavors through a long finish.
Bottom Line:
Stone Creek 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay is a light, bright, dry, flavorful, and refreshing Chardonnay. It is crisp and clean, and well integrated and balanced all across the palate. A great summer wine, food friendly with picnics and lighter fare. An excellent value ... . Overall composite score: 97 points.

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