Chardonnay

2019 Chile Chardonnay

Franzia Chardonnay from the 2019 vintage is a delightful expression of this beloved varietal, showcasing the vibrant characteristics cultivated in the sunny, temperate climate of Chile. This wine exhibits a light-bodied profile, making it an inviting choice for casual gatherings or a refreshing sip on a warm day. With its crisp and bright acidity, it brings a lively mouthwatering quality that perfectly balances the prominent fruit intensity. Expect pleasant notes of fresh green apple and pear, enhanced by subtle hints of tropical fruits. This Chardonnay is bone-dry, which allows the fruit flavors to shine without overwhelming sweetness, making it wonderfully versatile for food pairings, from seafood dishes to light pasta. Overall, it embodies the approachable charm that Chardonnay lovers have come to adore.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Tropical Fruit

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, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Chile

In recent years, Chile has increasingly produced incredible wines of exceptional value. With a setting influenced by the Andes Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert and even Antarctica, Chile is a diverse land with rocky foothills, lush valley floors and cool coastal zones. Chile gained international renown for its New World take on classic Bordeaux varieties. Interestingly, it's an obscure red Bordeaux variety—Carménère—that has become Chile's signature grape. But other Old World varieties do equally well in Chile; Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have all become mainstays of Chilean wine, exhibiting impressive levels of quality and balance in the country's distinct terroirs.

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