Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay Robert Young 2007 United States California Sonoma County Alexander Valley California Still Wine 750ml

The famous Robert Young Vineyard is located in the north central Alexander Valley. The Chardonnay plantings are in alluvial clay soils. Robert Young saw an opportunity to custom tailor a Chardonnay clone that was best suited for his vineyard site. Using the best selection from his original plantings of the Wente clone, Robert Young had his Robert Young Clone certified in 1989.. Perfumed floral, tangerine, nectarine and vibrant green pear give this full-bodied wine lots of lively flavors, ending with a long, clean finish that picks up a nice vanilla and honeysuckle note. Drink now through 2011.-Wine Spectator 92 Points. Several blocks of Chardonnay were harvested individually on different days. Each block and harvest day is always kept separate throughout the winemaking process. Classic winemaking techniques of barrel fermentation and sur lie aging in small French oak cooperage for 14 months was used. The barrels are tasted, and those of great fruit intensity and texture are selected by Winemaker Margo Van Staaveren to create this Chardonnay. In keeping with the 31-year history of this bottling, this wine is made in a non-malolactic style.Harvest Dates: Sept. 26-Oct. 18, 2006Harvest Sugar: 24.8 BrixTotal Acidity: 0.66 g/100 mlpH: 3.73Alcohol: 14.4% by volumeBottled: January 2008Release: May 2008Case Production: 9,400 cases. Fresh aromas of yellow fruit, citrus zest and hints of honeysuckle and smoke introduce the nose of this single vineyard Chardonnay. A medium-bodied entry fills the mouth with notes of pear, citrus, honey and nutmeg. Balanced acidity and lingering notes of Meyer lemon make this an excellent food wine.