In taking a little different approach with these tasting notes I’ll tell you what this wine doesn't do. The La Brume doesn't showcase alcohol or oak. It doesn't display overpowering diacetyl (butter flavor). It doesn't turn the corner quickly. It's not built for speed. This wine is about the journey. You’ll find classic Dijon clonal characteristics of pink grapefruit, apple and flint qualities driving it which change as you drink it. It will show you a secret side on day two. You may need two bottles to experiment (we did at our house)! - winemaker Mike Brunson
| Vintage: | 2007 |
| Wine Type: | Dry White Wine |
| Varietal: | La Brume Chardonnay |
| Appellation: | Dry Creek Valley |
| Aging: | Fermented and aged approx. eight months in French oak barrels |
| Bottling Date: | August 2009 |
Tasting Notes:
Vintage 2007 favored the dried flower, tarragon, quince and dried apricot side of the complex Chardonnay aromas. It expresses the minerality found in other wines from our vineyard, as well as freshness from the cool marine night air much like our Pinot Blanc. This is a Californian that will compliment fish in any style. The delicate aroma will stand up to lighter herbed dishes. If you are looking for butter and wood aromas, you’ll have to reach for the wood oven baked bread and a pat of nice butter. Those elements are not outstanding in the aromas of this wine.
Production:
1600 cases produced
Other Notes:
Release Date: October 2009