2009 March Archive

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CONTACT: John Delmare
PHONE: 540.635.9398
EMAIL: jdelmare@rappahannockcellars.com
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Rappahannock Cellars 2007 Chardonnay – “BEST WHITE WINE” at the 2009 Virginia Governors Cup Competition

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We had a very successful tasting this past Saturday at the winery. I think we all expanded our ideas of what Cabernet Franc can taste like. The French Loire Cab Francs exhibited typical austere and extracted (and somewhat vegetal) character. The California examples had characteristic ripe and tannic dispositions, though with less “Cab Franc” character. Surprises included the 100% Cab Franc example from Tusacany, from the Super Tuscan producer Le Macchiole.

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2007 Chappell Charlemagne Vineyard Chardonnay

• The second vintage of our stainless steel Chardonnay, this wine reprises the 2006 with upfront aromas of orange, kiwi, lemon, and melon that linger on into the palate. New for 2007 is a complete malolactic fermentation that provides a hint of creaminess that pleasantly contrasts the bright acidity. 100% Chardonnay from a specific block of grapes in the Chappell Charlemagne vineyard in Rappahannock County that exhibits a unique orange blossom character over time in the bottle. Due to limited quantities in 2007, this wine is available only to club members. Drink now through May 2009.

2008 Rosé

• Our Loire style rosé is made this year with 47% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Franc and 6% Viognier. It displays upfront fruit and acidity that balances well the slight tannin component. Like it’s French counterparts, it is slightly sweet – ours has 8 grams/liter residual sugar (0.8%). This wine is fresh and exhibits the proper color and intensity of rosé wine. Drink within a year.

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