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2012 Vineyard Seven And Eight 8 Chardonnay

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January 24, 2021 - $57

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RATINGS

93Robert M. Parker Jr.

Honeysuckle, white peach, tangerine oil and lemon blossom characteristics are present in the complex set of aromatics. The wine is medium to full-bodied, layered, rich and impressive.

91Vinous / IWC

...round, succulent and nicely layered. Butter, tangerine peel, spices and almonds meld together in this expressive, succulent Chardonnay. This is a classic Luc Morlet Chardonnay built on texture.

90Wine Spectator

Rich and elegant, with tiers of ripe pear, fig, honeydew melon and marmalade flavors, featuring touches of spice and vanilla-accented oak.

REGION

United States, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District

Spring Mountain AVA is above the town of St. Helena on the eastern slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains. There is no actual Spring Mountain, but the name has traditionally been used for the area, which includes many streams and springs. Spring Mountain was awarded appellation status in 1993 and it includes about 1,000 vineyard acres. Vineyard elevations are high, from 400 to 2,600 feet above sea level. Because of the altitude of most vineyards, which are above the fog line, mornings become warm earlier than vineyards on the valley floor, though the afternoons are cooled by maritime winds. The result is an exceptionally long growing season. Cabernet Sauvignon is the most frequently planted grape by acreage, followed by Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.