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Stainless Steel

2006 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Byron Stainless Steel Chardonnay from the 2006 vintage is a delightful representation of the Santa Maria Valley's unique terroir. This wine showcases a light-bodied character coupled with bright acidity that invigorates the palate. Its fruit intensity is prominent, offering vibrant notes of crisp green apples and juicy pears, enhanced by a refreshing minerality that speaks to the region's rich soil. The tannins are subtle, contributing a smooth mouthfeel without overpowering the elegant fruit profile. Remarkably dry, this Chardonnay is perfect for those seeking a clean and refreshing white wine experience, making it an ideal companion for light seafood dishes or enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

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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