Schramsberg J. Schram(2000)

a great success since its premier 1987 vintage was released in 1992.
More than 80 vineyard blocks in Carneros, Anderson Valley and along the Sonoma and Marin coasts are carefully nurtured throughout the
growing season. Cluster samples are pulled several times before the optimal pick date for each block is selected. Complexity is gained through
fermentation in both oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. Some of the small lots undergo malolactic fermentation to enrich aromas and infuse
creaminess on the palate. The wine is then aged en tirage in Schramsberg’s historic Diamond Mountain caves for more than five years, riddled
by hand, and finished with an exceptional brut dosage.
J. Schram is quite appealing on its own as an apéritif or enjoyed with fresh shellfish, caviar, smoked salmon, tangy cheeses, seafood brochettes
or risotto with prosciutto.
Tasting Notes
“The 2000 J. Schram exhibits aromas of pineapple with melon and apple cider along with citrus notes of orange peel and lemon custard. Rich
creamy notes of crème brûlée, fresh baked baguette and toasted nuts are derived from barrel fermentation and nearly 6 years of yeast aging.
This voluptuous sparkling wine showcases the bright citrus and tangy, tropical fruit of the Tognetti and Schwarze Chardonnay vineyards along
Bayview Avenue in southern Napa-Carneros. The addition of 20% Pinot Noir lends subtle red fruit aromas and gives breadth to both the nose
and palate. A creamy yet refreshing wine, the 2000 J. Schram has a long, quenching, seamless finish.”

Vintage Notes
In 2000, mild spring weather paved the way for a long growing season. Cool and foggy
weather in June and July set the course for harvest to begin in mid-August, allowing some
of the cool vineyard sources to mature into late September. This weather dynamic produced
intensely aromatic Chardonnay with rich viscosity and a long, acidic backbone.
Varietal Composition: 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir
County Composition: 60% Napa, 20% Mendocino, 12% Sonoma, 8% Marin
Principal Chardonnay Blocks:
Napa-Carneros: Tognetti Southeast, Tognetti Northwest, Schwarze
Anderson Valley: Rose
Marin County: Pacheco
Harvest Dates: August 4–September 28, 2000
Barrel Fermentation: 38%
Alcohol: 12.8%
TA: 0.99 g/100ml
pH: 3.02
RS: 1.15 g/100ml
Bottling Date: April 23, 2001
Aging: 5 years, 9 months sur lie
Disgorge Dates: January 25–26, 2007
Release Date: September 1, 2007
Cases Produced: 1,542 9L cases    (hide)