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Lot 350

2010 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

Cameron Hughes Lot 350 is a stunning 2010 Chardonnay from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley, showcasing the region's exceptional terroir. This wine exhibits a medium body, perfectly balancing richness and elegance, while its acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the overall drinking experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, with delightful notes of ripe pear, green apple, and subtle hints of citrus that weave together harmoniously. With a gentle touch of oak, the tannins are soft and unobtrusive, allowing the vibrant fruit flavors to shine through. This Chardonnay is dry, making it an incredibly versatile choice that beautifully complements a variety of dishes, from seafood to creamy pasta.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

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:


Creamy Pasta, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


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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