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Fortieth Anniversary Vintage

2015 Central Coast Chardonnay

The Calera Fortieth Anniversary Vintage is a splendid expression of Chardonnay hailing from California's renowned Central Coast. This white wine showcases a bright and inviting hue, with enticing aromas that dance gracefully from the glass. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied experience, where the crisp acidity provides an uplifting freshness, making it vibrantly mouthwatering. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring lovely notes of apple, pear, and subtle hints of citrus that delight the senses. With a well-balanced profile, the moderate dryness adds elegance to the finish, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors that beautifully reflects the terroir of the Central Coast. This is truly a tribute to four decades of winemaking excellence.

Tasting notes:


Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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