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<h1>2007 Ethos Chardonnay -- Chateau Ste. Michelle Shopping Cart</h1>
<b>$30.00</b>
-- <i>complexity and elegance with concentrated Washington fruit.</i>
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<p><b>TASTING NOTES</b>
<br />“My goal for the Ethos Chardonnay is Old World “Burgundian” complexity and elegance with concentrated Washington fruit. Nearly half of the fruit came from our Cold Creek Vineyard and shows the rich deep intensity of Cold Creek’s 30-year-old vines. The mostly natural fermentation contributes to the complexity of the wine. This is a Chardonnay to cellar and will age beautifully.”-<em>Bob Bertheau, Head Winemaker</em> </p>
<p><b>VINTAGE</b>
<br />The 2007 growing season was similar to the 2005 vintage – warm at the beginning and average temperatures throughout the rest of the season with excellent ripening conditions. In May, two weeks before bloom, we saw a week of 100 degree temperatures. This heat spike lead to smaller canopy, which allowed more light penetration and contributed to overall good flavor development in the fruit. The hot temperatures also resulted in smaller berries with concentrated flavors. Weather conditions during the summer and throughout harvest were ideal with mild to average temperatures.</p>
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<b>WINEMAKING</b><li> 76% of the blend underwent natural fermentation for more interesting nuances and complexity. Individual lots were managed separately, allowing the winemaker to identify the best lots for Ethos.</li>
<li>Barrel fermented in 64% new and one-year-old French oak for enhanced complexity. <br /></li>
<li>100% sur lie aged for 10 months to integrate the fruit and oak flavors and provide a rich mouthfeel. <br /></li>
<li>Malolatic fermentation also took place to add softness, balance and depth.</li>
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<b>TECHNICAL DATA</b><li>Total acidity: 0.60g/100ml </li>
<li>pH: 3.38</li>
<li>Alcohol: 14.1% </li>
<li>Blend: 100% Chardonnay</li>
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