Peter Michael La Carriere Chardonnay 2002
Peter Michael La Carriere Chardonnay 2002 is a dry, medium-bodied white from Chardonnay (Knights Valley, United States), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, lobster. Cheapest offer £130.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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The Peter Michael La Carrière Chardonnay 2002 is a notable expression of the Knights Valley AVA in Sonoma County, California. Crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes grown in the expertly managed La Carrière vineyard, this wine benefits from high elevation and rocky, volcanic soils. The winemaking process adheres to traditional methods, featuring hand-harvesting, whole-cluster pressing and fermentation with native yeasts in French oak barrels, alongside extended aging sur lie. This vintage displays a complex profile with nuanced notes of lemon zest, green apple and a mineral backbone, reflecting the vineyard’s unique terroir. Peter Michael Winery, founded in 1980, is committed to producing wines that resonate with their geographic origins.