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Joy Road Vineyard

2008 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

The 2008 Sonoma-Cutrer Joy Road Vineyard Chardonnay is a delightful representation of the Sonoma Coast's unique terroir. This white wine boasts a full body that envelops the palate with its luxurious texture, making every sip a remarkable experience. The high acidity adds a refreshing brightness, perfectly complementing the pronounced fruit intensity that showcases flavors of ripe pear, orchard fruits, and a hint of citrus zest. The well-integrated oak contributes subtle creaminess and layers of complexity without overshadowing the fruit. This Chardonnay is beautifully dry, presenting an enticing balance that invites you back for another sip, embodying the signature style of this prestigious vineyard.

Tasting notes:


Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Sonoma County
Sonoma County

Many of California's world-class wines come from Sonoma County, separated from Napa by the Mayacamas Mountains. Three times the size of Napa, Sonoma is an incredibly diverse region. Cool coastal zones, fog-cloaked hillsides, sheltered valleys and craggy exposed peaks give Sonoma a vast array of terroirs and microclimates. Its many sub-regions produce a broad range of styles: from the bold Cabernets of Alexander Valley to the fragrant Pinots of Sonoma Coast and the sublime Chardonnays of Chalk Hill.

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