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TASTING NOTES

Fruity, unoaked style of Chardonnay. Dry, crisp, and fresh with notes of ripe apple, apricot, peach and tropical fruits. Refreshing, yet rich, flavors are rounded out by a pleasing citrus acidity with bold fruit flavors.

VINEYARD NOTES

Salmon Run is named after the majestic landlocked salmon that swim through the deep waters of Keuka Lake in the Finger Lakes wine region of New York. For over 25 years, Salmon Run wines embody the experience of the Finger Lakes producing everyday wines for everyday enjoyment.

WINEMAKER NOTES

Budbreak and flowering were a bit late, beginning in June. July recorded some of the hottest and driest days in the Finger Lakes, perfect conditions for ripening. Several weeks of rain in September forced us to be very selective in the vineyard. Several tries through the vineyard dropping poor fruit before harvesting only the best quality bunches. Harvest finished earlier than normal.

VINEYARD

Grapes for Salmon Run wines come from local Finger Lakes growers and from younger Dr. Konstantin Frank estate vines.

WINEMAKING

Immediately after harvest, the grapes are de-stemmed and pressed. The juice is fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel to preserve the more delicate flavors. The wine is aged in stainless steel until the following Spring and bottled without oak aging.