ZanZibar Cellars Playa Sol Chardonnay 07

Review:

100% Yakima Valley chardonnay grapes hand harvested, partially fermented in stainless for freshness, partially fermented in oak for richness and flavor.

From the Winery: A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc and 11% Syrah from Columbia valley vineyards. Grapes are hand harvested and undergo small batch whole berry fermentation and extended maceration to ensure the development of remarkable and supple structure and body.

Malolactic fermentation is completed in 100% new French oak barrels, where the wine continues to age and mature for 15 months until it is bottled. It will then be cellared for the next 6 months before it is released.