Chardonnay Bacicalupi Vineyard - Gibbs
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay Acidity: gr / liter
Appellation: Russian River Valley Production: 256 cs
Alcohol %: 14.7 Residual Sugar: gr / liter
Did You Kow::. The infamous Bacigalupi Vineyard is best known for contributing more than 1/3 of the fruit used in the Chateau Montelena Chardonnay that won the Judgement of Paris in 1976 and put Napa Valley on the map.
Vinification: Barrel fermented in 40% new French oak and stirred on the lees for the first 16 weeks, this is a beautiful Burgundian style Chardonnay.
Tasting Notes Aromas of honey suckle, vanilla, toasted oak and fresh Brioche give way to a round, luscious body of ripe melon, juicy peach, dried apricot and hints of salted caramel. The palate is luxurious and opulent showing fresh acidity, complex flavors and bright minerality that linger for quite some time. A truly singular expression of the unique Terroir of the Russian River Valley!
Our “selection” series consists of wines that are small production, sub-appellated bottlings made only when Craig feels he has some truly special fruit to work with. Wines that hold this title are rarely made in subsequent vintages and sometimes will only be made once from a particular vineyard.
Aging: 16 months | 40% new | Full ML
Food Pairing: Lobster bisque or lobster mac n’ cheese.
Accolades
90 pts Wine Enthusiast