Hahn Monterey Chardonnay

The grapes for this wine were grown primarily in Ste. Nicolaus Vineyard in the Arroyo Seco appellation. The growing season began with half the average rainfall and growers were able to compensate with irrigation to fill soil profiles before budbreak. Warm spring temperatures, combined with added irrigations, aided vine growth as fruit began to develop. The weather leading into harvest was relatively cool, which allowed grapes to be harvested in a leisurely manner.Aromas of apple, citrus and tropical fruit with hints of vanilla and honey. Bright acidity welcomes the palate leading to a perfect flavor combination of peach, lemon and pineapple, culminating in a lingering, clean finish.Buttercream aromas show shyly on the nose of this bottling, coating the pear flesh and fresh lime scents. It's somewhat flat on the palate, with ripe Pink Lady apple and melon flavors.