2015 Shirley Chardonnay

Made from 100% Estate grown Chardonnay this wine features a nose of pear and citrus which opens up to a refreshing minerality on a lingering finish. Showcasing a creamy mouthfeel after stopping malolactic fermentation at 70% this Chardonnay has just enough malic acid retained to give the wine a bright fruit presence. A refreshing white wine with a clean finish is sure to be a hit at any dinner party.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Fauquier County
pH
3.87
Aging
10 Months Neutral French Oak
Fermentation
70% Malolactic Fermentation
Bottling Date
6/28/16
Alcohol %
12.7
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Made from 100% Estate grown Chardonnay this wine features a nose of pear and citrus which opens up to a refreshing minerality on a lingering finish. Showcasing a creamy mouthfeel after stopping malolactic fermentation at 70% this Chardonnay has just enough malic acid retained to give the wine a bright fruit presence. A refreshing white wine with a clean finish is sure to be a hit at any dinner party.
Awards
Bronze: ‘16 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition
Bronze: ‘17 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition
Silver: ‘17 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver: ’17 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver: ’18 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver: ’18 Virginia Governor’s Cup
Silver: ‘18 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition
Silver: ‘18 Savor Wine Competition
Food Pairing Notes
This wine will pair very well with white meat, chicken salad, or grilled fish.
Other Notes
Best to drink: 2017-2020.
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