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Pellenc

Pellenc

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Bien Nacido Estate Pellenc is a captivating Chardonnay hailing from the picturesque region of Santa Maria Valley. This white wine showcases a beautifully balanced profile with a notable body, refreshing acidity, and a prominent fruit intensity. Crafted with precision and care, it exudes the essence of its terroir, offering a delightful sensory experience with each sip. An embodiment of elegance and finesse, this Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley is a true testament to the artistry of winemaking in this renowned wine region.

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:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, 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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