Wolffer 2004 La Ferme Martin Chardonnay

Wine Recommendation:
Wolffer 2004 La Ferme Martin Chardonnay

Vineyard Notes:
Wölffer Estate wines embody the region as well as a classical style of winemaking, with a rich concentration of fruit and lively acidity born of the unique terroir of these Sagaponack vineyards, similar in some respects to those in Bordeaux -- though unique in their own right. In fact, it is the condition of the local soil, called Bridgehampton loam, a by-product of the glacial moraine that formed Long Island that provides a perfect host for grapevines.

Winemaker Tasting Notes:
Light golden in color. The nose is very aromatic showing ripe pears and some lime and Kiwi notes. The mouth-feel is light yet lush and driven by wonderful bright acidity and beautiful mineral notes. The finish is long and focused with a slight touch of creaminess and fine lees flavors. This is the perfect light summer Wine not overburdened by oak or alcohol.

Food Pairing:
The fresh rich and elegant fruit flavors and mouth-feel make this wine very food friendly and versatile to match with all kinds of foods from Shellfish to red meat to Chinese and spicy Asian dishes. It is also screaming for “oyster, oysters and more oysters”.

Technical Notes:
100% Chardonnay
Hand harvested between October 7th and the 28th in 7 different lots to capture the fresh fruit character. The average yield was 3.6 tons per acre. The fruit was immediately gently pressed and the juice was well settled at 50ºF. To highlight the vibrant fruit, 85% of the juice was tank fermented at cold temperatures (63ºF) and aged in stainless steel tanks. 15% is barrel fermented and aged for 1.5 months sur lees in new French oak barrels. The wine underwent 15% malolactic fermentation. 4725 cases/750ml and 286 cases/375ml were bottled in August 2005.