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The 2013 Korbel Natural' was made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes grown in the Russian River Valley, in western Sonoma County. Approximately 75% of the grapes used were grown on our own estate vineyards.
The 2013 growing season started off with a mild dry spring with very little frost. We did get a little rain and windy weather during bloom, which reduced the crop slightly. Our Pinot Noir vineyards were affected slightly more than the Chardonnay, still we had a nice average yield of very high quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
The summer and very early fall ripening period was very mild, at times even cool. Later in the fall we had a few hot days and plenty of the fog that the Russian River Valley is famous for. Fortunately, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay thrives in cooler climates, and we had no trouble getting these grapes fully ripe. We did get a little rain towards the end of harvest, but it had little impact on quality.
The cuvee wines from the 2013 harvest have an elegance to them that really shows the best of the Russian River Valley. The combination of a mild spring and very favorable ripening conditions in the fall, has given us beautifully balanced fruit.
Traditionally Korbel Natural' is a blend of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The exact blend of the varieties varies every year depending on what flavors the particular vintage gives us. In 2013 we ended up with a blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay.
In 2013 the cuvee wines we used in the blend had very bright and vibrant flavors. Perhaps the brightness of flavors was a result of a long mild growing season and abundant fog in the fall. The final blend shows a nice touch of baked apple, lemon zest, red cherry, and hint of lemon grass in the finish.
We do everything we possibly can to preserve the integrity of the fruit used for Korbel Natural' Champagne. This includes delicate whole cluster pressing, cool juice settling and cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation we minimize processing and unnecessary movement of the cuvee base wines. The classic Methode Champenoise process begins relatively early in springtime, helping to preserve the fruit structure of the cuvee. Finally, the dosage level is kept to a minimum, allowing the crisp fruit character of Korbel Natural' Champagne to fully develop.
Korbel Natural’s crispness and balanced acidity make it a great champagne to serve as an aperitif, with lighter fish dishes, raw oysters or poached shrimp. Natural also pairs well with most salads, egg dishes and sushi.
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