1992 Signature Chardonnay
Winemaker's Notes
Intriguing, complex aromas of lemon, butter, melon, vanilla, grapefruit, and oak grace this first King Estate Chardonnay bottling.
Rich and concentrated flavors of butterscotch, citrus, vanilla, spice, and oak are accented by brilliant acidity and a long, creamy, spicy finish. Suggested retail: $11.95
Technical Notes
Final Analysis: 12.9% alcohol; TA: 0.62 g/100ml; pH: 3.45
Fermentation: 80% barrel fermentation in French oak, 20% temperature controlled stainless steel fermentation. 60% malolactic fermentation.
Aging: 7 months in French oak barrels.
Growing Season
The 1992 growing season was long, dry, and hot resulting in Oregon's earliest recorded grape harvest. Many vineyards showed early drought stress resulting in small berry size and consequent low juice yields (125-140 gal./ton).
The juice showed concentrated, intense aromas and flavors.
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