Chardonnay – Reserve

Reserve Chardonnay grapes are from the original acreage planted in 1980 in our Liberty Tavern vineyard. Deep roots bring mineral flavors to the surface. It is aged and fermented in classic French Allier oak sur lie. This wine is put though a secondary fermentation, which alters malic acid like that found in an apple to lactic acid found in milk. It gives it a rich butter character with soft vanilla overtones.

Awards

Year

Rank

Vintage

Competition

2018Silver2015San Fransisco Chronicle
2016Silver2015Los Angeles County Fair
2016Silver2015International Taster’s Guild
2015Silver 882013World Wine Championship
2014Silver 882013World Wine Championship
2014Silver2012 San Fran Chronicle Wine
20112010SilverWorld Wine Competition
200989pts2007World Wine Championship
2008Silver2006World Wine Competition
2007Silver2005Pacific Rim International
2006Silver2005Maryland Governor’s Cup
2006Bronze2004International Taster’s Guild
2006Silver2004Maryland Governor’s Cup
2004Bronze2004San Francisco International
200482 pts.2003Wine Spectator
2004Silver2003Maryland Governor’s Cup

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