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Sandhill Chardonnay 2022 VQA
Canada
Varietal: Chardonnay
Alcohol/Vol: 12.8%
Size: 750ml
Cellaring Potential: 2030
Sugar Content: 0.4 g/l
VQA
A medium to full-bodied Chardonnay with a smooth, slightly rich mouthfeel, and flavours of apple, melon, and tropical fruit. A fruit-forward style with subtle oak complexity.
The long lingering finish has flavours of grilled lemon, apple, spice, and subtle oak. The perfect amount of acidity refreshes the palate.
$21.00
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GROWING CONDITIONS – 2022 Season
The season began on a cool and wet note through much of April, May, and early June, delaying bud break and the growing season. Thankfully, July and August saw plenty of sunshine, warm temperatures, and average to below average rainfall. The harvest months of September and October were warm, dry, and long lasting allowing late ripening grapes to fully mature after the late spring start. Look for wines with intense vibrant fruit, bright natural acidity, elegance, and moderate alcohol. [The Summerland region saw 1436 GDD; Osoyoos region saw 1676 GDD].
WINEMAKING
Harvested from Sandhill Estate and Hidden Terrace vineyards within the southern Okanagan Valley. The grapes were gently cold pressed and settled prior to fermentation. 80% was stainless steel fermented and aged sur lie for full expression of the fruit. 20% was barrel fermented and aged sur lie in new, one and two-year old French oak barrels for 6 months to provide richness and complexity. To preserve vibrant fruit expression, malolactic fermentation was prevented from occurring.
FLAVOUR PROFILE
A pale straw yellow colour with a bouquet of juicy pear, lemon and ripe pineapple. This medium to full-bodied Chardonnay showcases both a slightly creamy mouthfeel and an elegant profile, with medium acidity, and fruit forward flavours of pineapple and mango. The long lingering finish has flavours of apple, lime rind, and a touch of toasty oak, all perfectly balanced.
Serve not overly chilled at 14 to 16°C. A lovely sipping Chardonnay. Enjoy with lemon baked halibut; mushroom risotto; smoked salmon; creamy potato dishes; Brie and Camembert cheese.
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