2013 Kramer Vineyards Reserve Dijon Clones Yamhill-Carlton Willamette Valley Chardonnay

13.7% alc., pH 3.32, TA 0.59, 125 cases, $28. Estate grown. Harvest Brix 19.7º. Whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented sur lie for 10 months in 60% neutral French oak barrels adn 40% stainless steel barrels. Full malolactic fermentation with minimal lees stirring. · Light yellow gold color and clear in the glass. Nicely perfumed with scents of tropical fruits, pear, floral bouquet and a hint of Muscat. Relatively light in weight but pleasing with crisp flavors of apple, pear, nectarine and honeydew melon. Nicely balanced with a silky mouthfeel and the slightest hint of tannin on the dry finish. Score: 91. Reviewed December 11, 2014

Winery: Kramer Vineyards
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