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L'oliveto

2012 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Global Wine Co. L'oliveto is a delightful Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley, known for producing exceptional white wines. This 2012 vintage displays a beautiful pale gold color that hints at its luscious character. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied profile, showing a harmonious balance of bright acidity that refreshes with every sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing vibrant notes of ripe pear, green apple, and a touch of citrus zest, all enveloped in a subtle hint of oak. The wine is deftly dry, allowing the clean and crisp flavors to shine through. With its well-integrated tannins that are soft yet noteworthy, the Global Wine Co. L'oliveto offers an elegant and pleasurable experience that can be enjoyed on its own or paired beautifully with a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Poached Fish, Seafood Risotto

Region:


Russian River Valley
Russian River Valley

Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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