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Heritage

2005 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The 1906 Heritage Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Valley is a stunning expression of this renowned region. With its light to medium body, this wine offers a captivating balance that makes it incredibly enjoyable. The acidity is bright and lively, creating a refreshing mouthwatering quality that lingers on the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing beautiful notes of ripe apple and pear, complemented by subtle hints of citrus. This Chardonnay is dry, making it incredibly food-friendly and versatile for various pairings. Overall, the 1906 Heritage Chardonnay stands as a testament to the quality and uniqueness of wines from Santa Maria Valley, capturing the essence of the terroir in every sip.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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