Cuvaison Chardonnay 2002

A big and bold Chardonnay with the ideal balance of fruit, oak and structure. Intense and full-bodied with vanilla wafer, pistachio and mineral overtones. Aromas of fig, date, honeysuckle, lemon cream with floral notes.

Cuvaison's Carneros Chardonnay comes from our 400-acre estate in the southern part of Napa Valley. This cool climate vineyard allows us nearly perfect conditions year after year to produce world class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot. Controlling all farming aspects within our own vineyard gives Cuvaison an advantage in producing the best quality fruit therefore minimizing over manipulation at the winery. Winemaker Steven Rogstad sums it up best, "My style and philosophy are based on expressing the unique character of our estate grapes and doing as little as possible to them. When one has such wonderful fruit to work with, that should be one's emphasis."

"A very pretty wine... strives for elegance and finesse, which it achieves. The peach and pineapple fruit flavors are accented by vanilla, buttered toast and cinnamon. Impresses for its sense of harmony and balance."
-Wine Enthusiast