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Exclusive Production

2020 California Chardonnay

The Franciscan Exclusive Production Chardonnay from the 2020 vintage is a stunning example of California's prowess in crafting exceptional white wines. This beautifully balanced Chardonnay boasts a full-bodied structure, complemented by a high acidity that invigorates the palate. Its fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing delightful notes of ripe apple, pear, and hints of citrus, making it vibrantly refreshing. The wine offers a wonderful mouthfeel, with nuanced layers of creaminess that enhance its elegance. Additionally, it is bone dry, allowing the pure fruit character to shine through without any sweetness, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


California
California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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