Special Select

2022 Monterey Chardonnay

The Maddalena Special Select is a delightful Chardonnay from the beautiful Monterey region. This wine embodies elegance and sophistication, offering a full body that is perfectly balanced with a refreshing acidity. The fruit intensity in this Chardonnay is wonderfully prominent, showcasing luscious notes of ripe tropical fruits and citrus. The Monterey terroir shines through, enhancing the wine with a unique character and a touch of minerality. With a dry finish that lingers on the palate, this 2022 vintage is a true gem for Chardonnay enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

White Peach

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, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, 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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