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Bien Nacido

2007 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The 2007 Landmark Bien Nacido Chardonnay is a stunning expression of Santa Maria Valley's exceptional terroir. This wine showcases a full-bodied profile, balanced by a bright acidity that brings a refreshing vibrancy to each sip. The fruit intensity is pronounced, unveiling layers of ripe citrus, apple, and subtle stone fruit, complemented by delicate notes of vanilla and toasted oak from careful barrel aging. Its mouthwatering quality and food-friendly nature make it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes, while the well-structured minerality adds depth and persistence to the finish. Overall, this Chardonnay is a testament to its esteemed vineyard, offering a delightful experience that is both elegant and approachable.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Vanilla

Vanilla

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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