2012 Decoy Sonoma County Chardonnay
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Like all of our Decoy wines, our Decoy Sonoma County Chardonnay benefits from the passion, skill and experience of our Duckhorn Wine Company team. Exploring the diversity of the Sonoma County winegrowing region allows our winemaking team greater flexibility during the blending process. Stretching from Cloverdale to Annapolis to San Pablo Bay, Sonoma County encompasses an array of microclimates, soil types, elevations, and terroirs, yielding a unique and appealing expression of Chardonnay.
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Varietal Content: 100% Chardonnay; Cooperage: 10% Barrel and 90% Stainless Steel Fermentation
Winemaker Notes
This wine has enticing citrus zest, orange blossom and guava aromas with hints of banana cream pie and spicy oak. The palate is soft and velvety offering vibrant citrus flavors intermingled with rich tropical fruit. Excellent acidity adds length and brightness to a satisfying finish.
Other Notes
Released: May 2013
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2012
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sonoma County
Harvest Date
September 27 — October 12, 2012
Sugar
23.5° Brix
Acid
0.58 g/100 ml titratable acidity
pH
3.6
Fermentation
15 days fermentation at 55°F
Bottling Date
February 2013
Alcohol %
13.5
Product Reviews
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Sue Annala
(Feb 18, 2014 at 5:59 PM)
I Am A Picky ChaForTheNextnay Drinker And Am Always Looking A Great White...Love This Wine!
Art Aske
(Feb 24, 2014 at 6:31 PM)
A wonderful buttery lightly oaked Chardonnay with no bitterness. I loved it.