Reserve Chardonnay

2023 Monterey Chardonnay

The Pelio Estate Reserve Chardonnay from Monterey showcases a velvety-smooth texture and a refreshing, crisp profile. This white Chardonnay boasts a medium-full body, balanced acidity, and prominent fruit intensity. The 2023 vintage reveals the essence of Monterey's terroir in every sip, with notes of ripe pear, citrus, and a hint of tropical fruit. This wine exemplifies the craftsmanship of Pelio Estate, offering a delightful combination of elegance and complexity, perfect for both casual sipping and special occasions.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Apple Pie

Butter

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Seafood Salad, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

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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