Petaluma Tiers Chardonnay 1999

1999 Tiers Chardonnay is the fourth release from this special vineyard and in many ways represents the vineyard at its best in a very good vintage. The crop level was very low in a season which was marginally cooler and dryer than average. The aroma is of pear and white peach with loads of complexity; clove and cinnamon and vanilla from the Vosges oak and creamy brioche characters from the malolactic and lees stirring. A wet stone, mineral element in the aroma persists through the flavour as well and is characteristic of the Tiers Vineyard. 1999 Tiers Chardonnay is more than moderately viscous because of the low crop level but retains an austerity of finish typical of the wines of the Tiers Vineyard.

1999 Tiers Chardonnay is a wine of pedigree and longevity.

Brian Croser, Founder and Winemaker