Karia

2023 Napa Valley Chardonnay

The Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Karia is an elegant Chardonnay from the prestigious Napa Valley region. With a clear white hue that hints at its delightful freshness, this wine embodies a harmonious balance of body, acidity, and fruit intensity that creates a symphony of flavors on the palate. The Chardonnay grapes used in crafting this wine capture the essence of Napa Valley's terroir, presenting a beautiful expression of the region's winemaking expertise. The 2023 vintage promises a sophisticated drinking experience that showcases the rich heritage and quality associated with Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Vanilla

Butter

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seared Scallops, Lobster Mac and Cheese, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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