Raymond Burr Chardonnay

	Varietals:	100% Chardonnay
	Vineyard:	Estate Vineyards
	Appellation:	Sonoma County
	Sub Appellation:	Dry Creek
	Fermentation:	Stainless Steel
	Wood:	American Oak
	Aging:	Aged on the Lees

WINEMAKER NOTES: Showing balanced depth and complexity, light straw to golden color, aromas unfold with layers of pineapple and citrus, it has a delightful balance between bright focused fruit and creamy vanilla. Production: 712 cases

ACCOLADES:

	95 Points Cork! Review
	Gold - Best of Show - North of the Gate Wine Competition
	Silver 2007 LA International Wine and Spirits competition

CHARDONNAY GRAPES: Just as Cabernet Sauvigno has become the most popular high-quality red-wine grape, Chardonnay has taken the lead for first-class white-wine grapes-and with even greater ardor. Although some argue that the RIESLING grape produces the finest white wines, it's Chardonnay that is being extensively planted throughout the world. In addition to being highly prized, Chardonnay is easy to grow and quite versatile. It's high in extract and, unless picked late, has good acid levels. The wide range of growing soils, as well as the winemaker's influence, produces a diverse spectrum of Chardonnay wines with varying characteristics. Chardonnay's origins are difficult to determine but-as with many popular wines-its reputation was established in France, particularly in the Burgundy region. The highly prized Chardonnay wines from Chablis, Corton-Charlemagne, Macon, Meursault, Montrachet, and Pouilly-Fussé are imitated by winemakers around the world. Chardonnay is also an important grape in the Champagne district where it's picked before fully ripe while it still has high acid and understated fruit flavors-the perfect combination for champagne. California has adopted this grape with a fervor and has come into prominence with its delightful Chardonnay wines.

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