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2005 Hartford Court Chardonnay
Seascape Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
Tasting Notes
The Seascape Vineyard Chardonnay typically shows orange blossom and citrus oil aromas, keen acidity with
lemon drop flavors and underlying mineral notes. The multifaceted aromas, grilled peach flavors and dense
mouth feel are knit together by centered acidity and a long, complex candied apricot finish. This amazing wine
is truly a unique expression of terroir along the western edge of Sonoma County.
Acclaim
92 Points - "Green-gold. Bright, mineral-accented melon and orange aromas, with a hint of white flowers. Crisp, focused citrus and orchard fruit flavors display impressive precision as well as excellent concentration. Fills in nicely on the finish, which shows refreshing mineral lift and outstanding persistence." - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, May 2007
Historic Acclaim
2004 Vintage - 91+ points International Wine Cellar
2003 Vintage - 96 points The Wine Advocate
2002 Vintage - 92+ points International Wine Review
2002 Vintage - 95+ points The Wine Advocate
2001 Vintage - 92+ points The Wine Advocate
2000 Vintage - 91 points The Wine Enthusiast
1999 Vintage - 5 Stars - 'Exceptional' Restaurant Wine
Vineyard Character
Seascape Vineyard is a six-acre site on a scenic ridgetop west of the town of Occidental in the Sonoma Coast
AVA. The vineyard abuts an old redwood grove and faces cascading ridges to Bodega Bay and the Pacific
Ocean. The well-known Coastlands Vineyard also borders the property. Because there is no ridge between the
ocean and the vineyard, Seascape is an extremely cold spot – so cold that Chardonnay is often picked in
November. The vineyard is cropped to about two tons per acre to ensure thorough ripening. Although a
challenging spot to farm, the reward at Seascape is Chardonnay grapes brimming with personality and a very
distinctive terroir.
Wine Details
Oak: 100% French oak; 60% new
Time in oak: 15 months
Alcohol: 13.9%
TA: 6.8 g/L
pH: 3.48
Yeast: Cultured
Cases produced: 98
No Fining, No Filtration
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