Calera 2018 Chardonnay Central Coast, California

2018 Central Coast Chardonnay

The Calera 2018 Chardonnay from Central Coast, California, presents a beautifully balanced profile. This white wine boasts a medium body that is complemented by a refreshing acidity level that adds liveliness to each sip. The fruit intensity in this Chardonnay is moderate, offering an enjoyable fruit-forward experience. With a delightful hint of dryness, this Chardonnay from the Central Coast region is perfect for those seeking a well-rounded and flavorful white wine.

Tasting notes:

Aromas of apricot, sweet hay, and green apple leap from the glass. On the palate, deeper layers of freshly baked apple pie and anise emerge, with refreshing acidity and hints of subtle French oak carrying the flavors to a pure, radiant finish.

Apricot

Green Apple

Licorice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

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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