2009 Chardonnay

Cupcake Chardonnay was crafted to emphasize the Central Coast’s creamy and structured Chardonnay character. It starts off with a touch of apple, a hint of tropical fruits and is complimented by a balance of vanilla and spice. We used malolactic fermentation with aging in small barrels to provide a rich mid palate that develops into a long, smooth, satisfying finish.

GOLD- 2010 California State Fair Wine Competition, Vintage '09
GOLD- 2010 Orange County Wine Competition, Vintage '08
SILVER- 2010 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
SILVER- 2010 San Francisco International Wine Competition, Vintage '09
SILVER- 2010 Pacific Rim Wine Competition, Vintage '07
SILVER- 2010 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Vintage '08
SILVER- 2010 Florida State Fair Wine Competition, Vintage '08
SILVER- 2010 Riverside International Wine Competition, Vintage '08
SILVER- 2010 Best of the Bay Wine Competition, Vintage '08

Central Coast, California Moderated by the Pacific Ocean, the distinctive topography and climate of this sun-drenched region yields some of California’s world-class wines. The rich soils provide all the nutrients the grape vines need to flourish, while the natural climate of long sunny days and cool nights are optimal conditions for the cultivation of our rich, balanced Chardonnay.

Our 2009 Chardonnay was crafted to emphasize the Central Coast’s crisp and vibrant Chardonnay character. After the initial fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation before extended aging sur lie to create a wine that is rich, full, creamy, toasty, and soft.

Premium Fermentation Techniques
Barrel Fermentation ------ By using this process of fermentation it creates a more controlled environment for the wine where the flavors become more harmonized. It also enhances the golden Chardonnay colors, adds a creamy texture, and provides subtle toasty oak and spice flavors to the finished wine.
Malolactic Fermentation ------ This process, where the malic acid is altered by natural means into lactic acid, reduces the wine’s acidity and imparts a buttery, rich flavor to the wine.
Aging Technique ------ Aged for 9 months in premium American oak barrels ------ adding richness and complexity to the wine.

This wine pairs well with crab cakes, seared Ahi tuna on waffle crackers or fresh-baked French bread and cheese.

100,000 cases