2008 Chardonnay Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain Vineyard
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2008
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Ben Lomond Mountain
Vineyard Designation
Bald Mountain Vineyard
Aging
French and American oak
Alcohol %
14.1
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This wine explodes on the nose with intense concentration showing notes of caramel apple, Crème brûlée notes mixed with baked yellow apple and sun kissed lemon/lime skin. On the palate this intensity continues with oak influence of cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamon and browned butter notes that mix with over ripe stone fruits of peach, pear and nectarine. The finish is rich and creamy showing delicate honeysuckle with incredible limestone concentration and amazing acidity.
Vineyard Notes
Bald Mountain Vineyard, located in Bonny Doon, is owned and farmed by Jim Beauregard. Planted in 1990, the 40 acre vineyard sits at an elevation of 920 to 1050 feet on a southwest facing slope. Monterey Bay marine influences combine with the rare white sandy Zayante soil to produces wines with minerality and striking acidity. Plantings: 33 acres Chardonnay Clone 4. Seven acres of Pinot Noir, clones of Pommard, 667 & Mt. Eden.
Production Notes
150 cases produced. Aged 30 months