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Arcadia Vineyard

2011 Napa Valley Chardonnay

The 2011 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Arcadia Vineyard Chardonnay is a stunning representation of Napa Valley's winemaking prowess. This beautifully crafted white wine showcases a medium body that elegantly balances richness and finesse, making it a delightful sensation on the palate. With its high acidity, the wine offers a refreshing vibrancy that invigorates the senses and lends itself perfectly to food pairings. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of ripe stone fruits and a hint of citrus that are beautifully complemented by subtle undertones of oak and vanilla. The wine is exceptionally dry, allowing the natural flavors to shine through without being overshadowed. Overall, this Chardonnay is a luminous expression of its terroir, inviting wine lovers to experience the sophistication and depth that Napa Valley wines are celebrated for.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Poached Fish, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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