Item No.
0010514003516
Chimney Rock Elevage Blanc 2016
Chimney Rock Elevage Blanc 2016
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Varietal
White Blend
Region
California
Sub-Appellation
Stags Leap District
Alcohol
14.2%
Overview
Elevage Blanc challenges the typical conception of white wines with its age-worthiness and its balanced richness. Sauvignon Gris, a rarely planted relative of Sauvignon Blanc, provides beautiful aromatics and texture as blending grape.
Aging
6 months in the same composition as fermentation
Fermentation
Barrel fermented in 1/3 new French Oak, 1/3 used French Oak, and 1/3 stainless steel barrels with meticulous stirring of the lees
Winemaker
Elizabeth Vianna
Tasting Notes
Style
Aromatic, Complex, Full Bodied, Rich, Supple
Flavor
Caramel, Passion Fruit, Peach, Vanilla
Aroma
White peach, lemon curd, crème brûlée and hints of caramel
Taste
Peach, citrus, pear and hints of caramel. Full-bodied, with a viscous mid-palate. This wine shows both broad acidity and a long, supple finish.