Harvest 2005 is here once again and this season marks Goosecross' 23rd year of harvesting their "signature" Chardonnay.

With 20 vintages of Chardonnay under his belt, Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch made the tough decision to replant the aging estate Chardonnay vineyard in 2001, with a new single vineyard, Yountville appellation Meritage blend of red varietals. From that point, Gorsuch and business partner David Topper searched for a new Chardonnay vineyard source from which they could acquire grapes of the extraordinary quality and distinctive character, as the basis for their signature Gran Cru style Chardonnay.

Forced to skip two vintages while they searched for the ultimate grape source, they finally discovered the perfect vineyard in the acclaimed Napa Carneros region, renowned for producing extraordinary and complex Chardonnay under perfect growing conditions for the varietal.

Chardonnay "Dijon clones", with their intensity of fruit flavors from small berries and small clusters, thrive in the cool climate of Carneros and produce wine with delightful citrus notes," explains Gorsuch. "Furthermore, this vineyard block consists of clay loam soil interspersed with some gravel and sand that make it ideal for superior Chardonnay production."

CEO David Topper added, "It is important that we continue to meet the style and quality standards that our customers expect. We've achieved that goal with our new vineyard in the prestigious Napa Carneros district. The new 2004 Chardonnay exceeds our expectations, and will be an easy transition for our clients who have come to know and love our distinctive Goosecross Chardonnay."

The 2004 Goosecross Carneros Estate Chardonnay offers a cascade of lemon, pear, green apple, guava, banana, and grapefruit that flow across the palate unfolding in lush layers with subtle, spicy, vanilla oak on the finish. This is a limited production gem from this small, family winery, which you won't want to miss.

To find out more and order this wine, go to www.goosecross.com