Among The Giants Chardonnay Estate Goose Gap
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Vineyards When the Monson family decided to plant grapes on a sun-drenched hill adjacent to Red Mountain, they did so under the guidance of Dr. Walter Clore, considered by many the “father” of the Washington wine industry. Dr. Clore was impressed by the site’s gentle, south-facing slope and the growing area’s warm temperatures. He encouraged the family to plant vineyard rows north-to south to maximize sun exposure, and he also advised the family to plant the site in small blocks to facilitate estate-grown wines managed for low yields through careful pruning and thinning practices. As a result of the vineyard’s attention to detail, grapes ripen evenly and the wines are consistently ripe, rich, and fruit-forward. Goose Ridge Estate Winery is certified by Sustainable WA, a 3rd party sustainability program for Washington grape growers. Sustainable WA is a framework of best management practices that focus on the three pillars of sustainability; environmental responsibility, social equity, and economic viability. Goose Ridge was one of the first to gain the certification. Winemaking Fermentation, malolactic fermentation, and aging are all done to expand the breadth and profile of our Estate Chardonnay. We layer French and American oak into the fermentation and aging stages to complement and frame the characteristic bright citrus fruits. Malolactic fermentation is done to add layers of rich creaminess that balances with the bright fruits. Individual barrel selections of the richest, smoothest barrels are also made to further enhance the wine’s complexity.