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- Released: Fall 2010
- Appellation: Monterey
- Vineyards: 70 % Arroyo Seco /30% Santa Lucia Highland
- Clones: Chardonnay Musque, 548
- Soils: Sandy & Shaly Loam
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Acidity: 6.4 g/L
- pH: 3.28
- Aging: Stainless Steel
Metallico’s aromatics are intense with pineapple and lemon, complemented by mango and jasmine. The palate has ripe fruit flavors of white peach, guava and lemon. Crisp, food-friendly acidity keeps this special wine refreshing and bright. A perfect match for shellfish, Asian-Fusion cuisine, or any spicy dishes.
2008 Highland Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highland:
- Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands
- Vineyards: Double L, Rosella’s, McIntyre
- Clones: Dijon 96, 95, 76, 15, 4, Hillside
- Soils: Chualar Loam, Placentia Sandy Loam, Arroyo Seco Gravelly Loam
- Alcohol: 14.2%
- Acidity: 6.2 g/L
- pH: 3.33
- Aging: 9 months in 100% French oak
- Malo-lactic: 65%
- Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands
- Vineyards: R&D Franscioni
- Soils: Sandy & Gravelly Loam
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Acidity: 5.9 g/L
- pH: 3.33
- Aging: 4 months in 100% neutral French oak
- Release: March 2010
Tropical fruit, orange and lemon blossom aromas give a graceful, appealing nose. Rich fruit flavors and bright, balancing acidity make this wine a natural pairing with shellfish, ceviche, and bold pesto dishes. A Pinot Gris with more subtlety and complexity than most wines in this category, it deliciously demonstrates the talents of the Morgan winemaking team and the SLH appellation.
2009 Monterey Sauvignon Blanc:
- Appellation: Monterey
- Vineyards: Scheid, F&G, Cedar Lane
- Cepage: Sauvignon Blanc 90%, Semillon 10%
- Soils: Sandy and Shaly Loam
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Acidity: 6.4 g/L
- pH: 3.36
- Aging: 3 months in 100% French oak barrels
- Release April 2010
The Morgan 2009 Sauvignon Blanc features aromas of pink grapefruit, lemon-lime, sweet grass, ginger and limestone. Flavors of lime, tropical fruit and gooseberry are lively and refreshing. Oak aging lightly accents the bright acidity and adds an elegant texture. Try with shellfish, seafood, and Asian-Fusion cuisine with a touch of spicy heat.











