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Careington Reserve

2012 Napa Valley Chardonnay

The Peju Careington Reserve is an exquisite Chardonnay from the renowned Napa Valley, celebrated for its distinctive character and elegance. This white wine presents a lovely pale golden hue, inviting you into a fragrant bouquet of ripe stone fruit, complemented by notes of vanilla and subtle oak that add complexity. On the palate, it showcases a medium body, offering a delightful balance of crisp acidity and a rich, mouthwatering texture, making it both refreshing and luxurious. The fruit intensity is prominent, with layers of juicy peach and citrus, intertwined with a hint of buttery smoothness that enhances its overall charm. This well-crafted Chardonnay is dry, making it wonderfully versatile and food-friendly, perfect for pairing with seafood or creamy dishes. Its harmonious structure and lingering finish make it a memorable choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Brioche

Brioche

Vanilla

Vanilla

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 Salmon, Poached Fish, Grilled Halibut

Region:


Napa County
Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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