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Dragon Beauty

2005 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Blanc

Chigai Takaha Dragon Beauty is a captivating 2005 Pinot Blanc hailing from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley. This wine showcases a delightful light body, making it a well-suited choice for those seeking a refreshing sip. The acidity is high, lending a lively and mouthwatering character that invigorates the palate with each taste. As for the fruit intensity, it is prominent, offering enticing notes of ripe pear, green apple, and hints of citrus that dance elegantly on the tongue. This white wine is also dry, creating a clean and crisp finish that makes it incredibly food-friendly. With its well-rounded profile, Dragon Beauty is perfect for pairing with seafood or light salads, ensuring an enjoyable experience with every glass.

Tasting notes:


White Peach

White Peach

Almond

Almond

Honey

Honey

Region:


Santa Maria Valley
Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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