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Nielson Vineyard

2012 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Byron Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay from the esteemed 2012 vintage offers a delightful experience for white wine enthusiasts. Hailing from the picturesque Santa Maria Valley, this wine showcases a medium body that elegantly balances its bright acidity. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing enticing notes of ripe apple and pear that dance on the palate. With its crisp mouthfeel, this Chardonnay is beautifully dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. The subtle integration of oak adds complexity, lending a touch of creaminess and a hint of vanilla that rounds out the tasting experience, making this wine a true representation of its terroir.

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:


Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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