Description

Black Stallion Estate Winery North Coast Chardonnay

Located on the historic Silverado Trail in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, Black Stallion Estate Winery pays homage to the rich history of the 32-acre estate which was once home to the Silverado Equestrian Center. The property was purchased in 2010 by the Indelicato family, a fourth generation family-owned company founded in 1924. Sourcing from the most prestigious vineyards, the winery is committed to making only the most expressive wines.

The fruit used to craft this rich and flavorful North Coast Chardonnay comes from a variety of distinctive terroirs. Each of these premier North Coast sub-appellations contributes unique characteristics to the final blend. Anchored by cool microclimate vineyards in the Russian River Valley and Mendocino, the sourcing also includes select vineyards in Napa Valley.

The fruit is picked based upon proper flavor ripeness and acidity and then harvested in the cool of the night and delivered to the winery to be pressed into fermentation tanks. Portions of the juice a re fermented on French oak and stirred gently once a week to enhance body and creaminess. The Chardonnay undergoes malolactic fermentation to soften the hard acid and create a more round, buttery mouthfeel.

Black Stallion North Coast Chardonnay Notes to Your Senses:

• APPEARANCE: Bright, golden straw
• AROMA: Orange blossom, lemon curd, and toasted almonds
• TASTE: Luscious fruit, toasted bread, and caramel, with a rich, creamy body
• FINISH: Light butter, smooth and lingering
• ABV: 14.5%