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Sierra Madre Vineyard

2010 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The 2010 Fess Parker Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay is a delightful expression of the Santa Maria Valley terroir, showcasing a bright character that will captivate white wine enthusiasts. This wine offers a medium-bodied experience, striking a harmonious balance of zesty acidity and a fruit-forward profile that features notes of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and hints of buttery richness. With its well-integrated oak influence, this Chardonnay presents subtle undertones of vanilla and toasted almond, enhancing the complexity without overwhelming the palate. The pronounced freshness and mouthwatering quality make it an ideal companion for a wide range of dishes, from seafood to creamy pasta, ensuring a delightful experience for any occasion.

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 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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