Block No. 11

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Optik Block No. 11 is a luscious Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Valley, showcasing a beautifully pale hue that invites a sensory journey with every sip. This exceptional wine embodies a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness, delivering a symphony of flavors that dance gracefully on the palate. The Chardonnay grapes from this renowned wine-growing region contribute to the wine's remarkable depth and complexity, making it a true delight for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:

Pear

Vanilla

Butterscotch

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

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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