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Family Select Chardonnay

2023 California Chardonnay

The Hess Family Select Family Select Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage showcases a classic representation of the Chardonnay varietal. This white wine from California exudes a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. It offers a delightful combination of rich fruit flavors, bright acidity, and a smooth texture, making it a versatile and enjoyable choice for various occasions.

Tasting notes:

Butter, Vanilla, Peach

Butter

Vanilla

Peach

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Color Intensity Color Intensity 2

Low High

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Pairs well with:

Seafood, Sea Bass with Wine Reduction, Grilled Fish with Mango Salsa

Region:

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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