Tasting Notes:
2007 Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Chardonnay is opulent and richly flavored. The succulent notes of
apricot and fig are surrounded by intense bursts of apple and pear, finishing with lively mouth-watering
acidity, a distinctive buttery edge, plus hints of cedar and oak. Chardonnay from Napa Valley is scarce,
highly sought after, and the source for the some of the finest California Chardonnay from the 2007 vintage.
Drink now through 2011..
Napa Valley Appellation:
This Kirkland Signature Napa Valley Chardonnay was produced
from grapes sourced from some of the top vineyard sites throughout
California’s Napa Valley. Napa is one of the premier locations in the
world for producing Chardonnay. Unfortunately, vineyards producing
Chardonnay in Napa Valley have diminished over the past decade in
favor of producing more expensive red varieties. Winemaking for the
OREGON
IDAHO
Kirkland Signature Chardonnay incorporates a mixture of
fermentations in stainless steel tanks and small oak barrels. The
stainless steel fermentation allows for long cool fermentation
temperatures which develop the bright, citrus and floral
characteristics. Fermentation in barrel helps to fully integrate the
toasty, yeasty notes. The combination creates a multidimensional
NEVADA
Sacramento
Napa Valley
Napa Valley
Chardonnay displaying both elegance with tropical fruit notes and
honeysuckle
Santa Cruz
Composition
Monterey
San Francisco
Ocean
Paso Robles
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol Content 13.5%
Edna Valley
Los Angeles
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