Sierra Madre Vineyard

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Peake Ranch Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley is a captivating white wine that showcases a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. With a medium but full body, the wine presents a delightful interplay of flavors and aromas. The acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing and mouthwatering quality to each sip. The fruit intensity shines through with prominent notes that lead to a crisp and satisfying finish. The tannins are notable, providing a structured and elegant backdrop to the wine's overall complexity. The dryness level is perfect, making this Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley a true delight for the senses.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Vanilla

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, Herb 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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