2005 VENTANA "GOLD STRIPE" CHARDONNAY

FEATURED IN THE VALENTINES SPECIAL

We take the grapes from the vineyard via gondolas for immediate pressing using our Europress bladder press that allows adjustable amounts of pressure for optimum juice quality. The juice is then pumped into tank for 36 to 48 hours of settling and then the clear juice is racked for fermentation. Gold Stripe Chardonnay is barrel aged for ten months in 100% French Oak for extra richness and flavor.

Our “Gold Stripe” Chardonnay has tropical fruit aromas of pineapple and mango, with intense flavors of tangy apple, pear and lemon. Aged in French oak adds an accent of vanilla and light honey tones. The perfect balance of fruit, oak and acidity makes this an exceptional food friendly wine. Enchanting with Dungeness Crab or a Scallop Risotto, this Chardonnay will also pair nicely with an Apple Spiced Pork Roast.

WOW! 96 Point and the Top Chardonnayat the 2007 Affairs of the Vine Chardonnay Shootout! Competing against 225 Chardonnays, some of the most well respoected national and international Chardonnay producers, our Gold Stripe continues to bring home the Gold!

"Classic Chardonnay! The nose is evocative with toffee, molasses, apple and pear aromas delivering voluptuous flavors on the palate; nicely balanced with good density and complexity through the finish."Affairs of the Vine

Other Awards:
Double Gold - 2007 International Eastern Wine Competition
Silver - 2007 Grand Harvest Awards
Silver - 2007 Dallas Morning News
Silver - 2007 West Coast Wine Competition
Silver - 2007 Riverside International Wine Competition