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1886 Chardonnay

2023 Los Carneros Chardonnay

Freemark Abbey 1886 Chardonnay from the esteemed Los Carneros region is a testament to the exceptional quality this area can produce. This vibrant 2023 vintage showcases a harmonious blend of enticing characteristics that make it a remarkable wine. The wine is well-balanced, offering a full yet elegant body that caresses the palate. Its lively acidity is crisp and refreshing, perfectly accentuating the wine's pronounced fruit intensity, which bursts with flavors of ripe stonefruit, citrus, and a hint of green apple. The carefully crafted texture and nuanced complexity reveal a wine that is both sophisticated and approachable. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a meal, this Chardonnay stands out as a delightful representation of Los Carneros' Chardonnay excellence.

Tasting notes:


Lemon

Lemon

Brioche

Brioche

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Creamy Pasta, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Los Carneros

Carneros straddles the southern border of two of the state's finest winegrowing regions—Napa and Sonoma—down to the north shore of San Pablo Bay. This is a premium cool-climate winemaking area, where Chardonnay and Pinot Noir reign, producing delicate still and sparkling wines. Carneros Pinot Noir is famed for its berry and herb profile, while its Chardonnay is crisply acidic with fresh stone fruit flavors. The vines grow on low, rolling hills of shallow soils. They are frequently blanketed by coastal fog in the morning, then cooled by Pacific Ocean breezes in the afternoon. This creates a long growing season that yields deliciously fresh and elegant wines.

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