Lib 2016 Chard Reserve

Please note: As this is a limited quantity wine, there is a maximum of 2 bottles per person allowed. This elegant Chardonnay is the best of both worlds! With a fabulous balance of stainless steel fermentation, oak fermentation, and oak aging, you'll enjoy wonderful fruit characteristics and a soft acidity complemented and balanced by subtle but rich oak notes with a clean finish. WINE SPECS: Vintage: 2016 Varietal: Chardonnay Appellation: Finger Lakes Harvest Date: Sept 24, 2018 Acid: 6.8g/L pH: 3.4 Fermentation: A blend of both Stainless Steel and barrel lots. Barrel lots were aged primarily in French Oak for 5 months. Individual barrel lots were then selected and blended with the stainless fermented component to produce a rich final blend. Bottling Date: July 6, 2017 Residual Sugar: 0 Alcohol: 12.7 Food Pairing Notes: Ideal with flavorful seafood, poultry or pork dishes. Vineyard, Production, & Winemaker Notes: Fruit for the 2019 Reserve Chardonnay was sourced from vineyard blocks 24 & 37, and was initially fermented in a combination of oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. A fruit forward Chardonnay with just a touch of oak, lending to its layers of complexity, smooth finish, and full mouthfeel. Cases Produced: Produced 167 cases