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Blanca's Blend

2012 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

The Glunz Family Winery & Cellars Blanca's Blend is a beautifully crafted Chardonnay that embodies the character of Santa Barbara County's unique terroir. This delightful white wine showcases a medium body with a refreshing balance and vibrant acidity that adds a lively touch to every sip. The fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring luscious notes of ripe apple and pear, complemented by hints of citrus that brighten the palate. Additionally, this blend exhibits well-integrated oak characteristics, enhancing its complexity without overpowering the fruit. With its dry profile, this wine is wonderfully food-friendly, making it an ideal companion for various dishes or simply enjoyed on its own. The 2012 vintage speaks to the skillful winemaking that has come to define the Glunz Family's commitment to quality and artistry in every bottle.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

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, Ceviche, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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