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Reserve Chardonnay

2010 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

The Castello Di Amorosa Reserve Chardonnay from the 2010 vintage presents a delightful and refreshing experience that showcases the beauty of Santa Barbara County. This medium-bodied white wine features a vibrant acidity that dances on the palate, enhancing its zesty character. The fruit intensity is prominent, with notes of crisp green apple and luscious pear, complemented by hints of citrus and a subtle touch of oak. Its dryness makes it an excellent choice for pairing with seafood or light pasta dishes, while the well-balanced structure ensures a harmonious finish that lingers pleasantly. Overall, this Chardonnay is a wonderful representation of the region, inviting you to savor every sip.

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

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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