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J. Lohr 2019 Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, California

2019 Arroyo Seco Riverstone Chardonnay

The J. Lohr 2019 Riverstone Chardonnay from Arroyo Seco, California, exudes a harmonious blend of delicate body, moderate acidity, and moderate fruit intensity. This white wine showcases the essence of the Riverstone Chardonnay varietal with its refreshing and bright character. The wine symbolizes the terroir of Arroyo Seco, offering a delightful balance that captivates the senses.

Tasting notes:

The wine exhibits youthful hues of light straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of ripe orange, fresh nectarine, and hazelnut, which are complemented by the palate flavors of apricot, ripe peach, and honey. The rich texture and balance on the palate from aging give way to flavors of vanilla, citrus cream, and a hint of oak on the long finish.

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 2

Low High

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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