Tasting notes

Initial notes are a mixture of white fruits and citrus with delicate floral aromas (honeysuckle and orange blossom). Underlying these first notes are hints of toast and butterscotch, that are slightly more pronounced than previous vintages - due to the extended aging on the yeast. The broad palate is dominated by melon and apple - with a hint of honey. The finish is long and clean - ending with a delicate nuttiness.

Technical notes

Harvest: August 28 - September 30, 1998 Harvest Analysis: Average sugar level 19.2° Brix Final Analysis: Alcohol 12.4% by volume Final Blend: 53% Chardonnay 44% Pinot Noir 3% Pinot Meunier 100 % Russian River Valley, Sonoma County 25,000 cases produced