Quails Gate Okanagan Kelowna Chardonnay Wine

2008 QUAILS' GATE CHARDONNAY

Winemakers Notes:

Our Chardonnay grapes were harvested in October 2008 from the Quails’ Gate Estate Boucherie Mountain
vineyards. The rich clay and gravel soils offer mineral
influences, giving the wine interest and complexity. The 2008 growing season provided an excellent balance of cool
temperatures with good heat when needed. This gives our wine great balance and acidity. Our Chardonnay is 35% tank fermented and 65% barrel fermented in 20% new French and American oak for 10 months. This
combination gives the wine the interest and complexity from the barrel ferment while the tank portion provides bright tropical citrus notes.

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Tasting Notes:

The 2008 Chardonnay is crisp and fresh. Lemon zest and melon leap out of the glass, while the oaked portion is discreet but offers structure and creaminess with a hint of butter and caramel. The palate is rich, complex and loaded with textural pleasure. Try serving it with a creamy seafood risotto or a sweet corn and potato chowder.

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Technical Information:

Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Alc. By Vol: 14.0%
Total Acidity: 6.3 g/l
Residual Sweetness: 3 g/l
Sweetness: (0)
SKU Code: 377770
UPC: 778856108019
Date Bottled: Sept. 2009
Case Volume: 5460 cases
Price: $18.99