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Fort Berens White Gold Reserve 2021
Lillooet, British Columbia, CanadaFrom their Lillooet estate, this reserve chardonnay was 50% whole cluster, with the rest destemmed and on skins for 4 hours. Both lots were native fermented in French oak (partial MLF), where they remained for 9 months (30% new). As the Gold label reflects, this is a rich white, with ample buttery lees, ripe white peach and pear, fragrant white florals across a toasty, full backdrop. There is a lift of lemony acidity to carry, but this remains a homegrown wine for Cali chardy lovers.Tasted: 15 February 2023Tasted by: Prices:BC | $31.99 | 750ml | winery online/direct, select private retailers, grocery |
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 541011UPC: 626990118510