Riverbench

2009 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Tastingroom.Com Riverbench is a beautifully crafted Chardonnay from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley, showcasing the region's remarkable terroir. This vintage exhibits a medium-full body that envelops the palate in a luscious embrace. Its acidity is pronounced, providing a vibrant and mouthwatering freshness that balances the wine's richness. The fruit intensity is notable, displaying alluring notes of ripe stone fruits and citrus, which are complemented by delicate hints of oak and a whisper of minerality. The wine is bone dry, making it an exceptional choice for those who appreciate a crisp and clean finish. With each sip, the Tastingroom.Com Riverbench Chardonnay reveals the depth and character synonymous with this prestigious region, making it a delightful experience for Chardonnay enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Butter

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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