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Bien Nacido Vineyard

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Calera Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Valley is a stunning expression of white wine that showcases the region's unique terroir. This Chardonnay is medium-bodied, offering a delightful balance between richness and freshness. With bright acidity, it delivers a mouthwatering experience that is both refreshing and invigorating. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing enticing notes of green apple, citrus, and subtle stone fruit that dance on the palate. This Chardonnay is bone dry, making it incredibly food-friendly and versatile for a variety of culinary pairings. Enjoy it with seafood, creamy pasta dishes, or on its own as a delightful aperitif.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Lemon

Lemon

Brioche

Brioche

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Fish, Poached Fish, Grilled Fish with Mango Salsa

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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