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Wines: Las
Patolitas -  Our Las Patolitas Chardonnay has exceptional fruit from two extraordinary vineyard sources, the Sangiacomo Vineyard and Bald Mountain. The 2002 Las Patolitas Chardonnay from the Carneros region is pure fruit, and an honest expression of this one area; one that is consistently celebrated for so many award-winning wines. In both vineyards, the families have been farming and caring for their land since they first moved into Sonoma Valley. Soils from this area are gravelly, riparian clay loam, characteristic of finer vineyards in Carneros. Breezy, cool conditions from San Pablo Bay make this an ideal growing area for cool climate grapes like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and certain Merlot clones. Since the vineyards receive early morning fog and warm days throughout the growing season, grapes are usually harvested in mid-October, later than most regions for Chardonnay. Technical Data
Winemaker Notes  The aroma of the 2002 Las Patolitas Chardonnay is bright and fruit centered with inviting notes of tropical fruit, caramelized pear, orange, and ripe peach. Also on the nose are cinnamon, nutmeg, butterscotch, and honey, all exhibiting the distinctive nature of the Carneros appellation. It is characterized by rich fruit flavors that exhibit crisp, beautifully balanced acidity. All these nuances linger delicately long after the wine is enjoyed. Firm acidity keeps this wine refreshing and bright. Proprietors Bill & Gerry Brinton suggest that the 2002 Las Patolitas Chardonnay is best paired with chicken, fish, vegetables, and salads that have a slightly sweet-based dressing. |
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