2010 Ten Acre Green Acre Hills Sangiacomo Vineyards Sonoma Coasst Chardonnay

14.3% alc., pH 3.55, 250 cases, $48. Vineyard planted in 1991 at a cool, coastal influenced mountain location. Aged 11 months sur lie with barrel stirring in 40% new and 60% neutral French oak barrels, 100% MLF. · Light straw color and clear in the glass. Fresh aromas of lemon zest, baked pear, kiwi, graham and almonds. Very tasty and complex with flavors of lemon tart, pear, toffee, toast and cocoa powder. Slightly creamy with noticeable body and admirable balance. A pleasing wine that can be drunk now and over the next four years. Very good. Reviewed February 27, 2013

Winery: Ten Acre Winery
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