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2006 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

Trinchero Family's 2006 Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County is a delightful expression of the region's unique terroir. This white wine showcases a medium body, offering a harmonious balance that makes it incredibly food-friendly. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing backbone that lifts its flavors and enhances its overall complexity. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring alluring notes of ripe pear and crisp green apple, underlined by subtle hints of vanilla and toasted oak from its maturation. The wine is dry, allowing the fruit characteristics to shine without being overshadowed. Each sip is a testament to the craftsmanship of Trinchero Family, making this a memorable choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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