Description

Chardonnay grapes grown in Clarksburg are known for their characteristic apple and pear aromas and flavors, with bright fruit purity and a refreshing lift that captures the region’s cool-climate elegance. Bogle winemakers have carefully preserved these delightful notes, guiding the wine through stainless steel fermentation to enhance their crisp, fruit-forward core while allowing the fruit to develop and intensify at a steady, measured pace. The result is a wine that presents lively freshness on the palate, where orchard fruit details take the lead and subtle mineral brightness adds structure.In addition to the stainless steel craft, a portion of the grape harvest is vinified using the techniques of barrel fermentation, sur lie aging, and partial malolactic fermentation. This approach introduces a complementary complexity that balances the bright fruit with richer, more nuanced layers. Barrel fermentation contributes gentle spice and toast, while sur lie aging imparts texture and a creamy, mouth-coating mouthfeel. Partial malolactic fermentation softens the wine’s acidity, adding a velvety roundness that broadens its appeal without dulling the fruit’s energy. The interplay of these methods yields an elegant counterpart to the fresh fruit notes, delivering hints of spicy vanilla and nutmeg that mingle gracefully with the core apple and pear character.The final impression is creamy and lush, yet poised, with a finish that lingers and evokes the comforting flavors of an apple and pear galette, leaving a clean, confident orchard-like finish that invites another sip.