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Steel

2008 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

Global Wine Co. Steel is a remarkable vintage Chardonnay from the renowned Santa Maria Valley, offering a delightful balance that captivates wine enthusiasts. This white wine showcases a medium-bodied profile, complemented by its refreshing acidity, which elevates the overall drinking experience. With prominent fruit intensity, expect flavors of crisp green apple and luscious stone fruit that dance across the palate. The Chardonnay presents a dry character, making it an impeccable choice for food pairings. Its seamless integration of flavors demonstrates the exceptional winemaking techniques employed, making this vintage a true testament to the potential of Santa Maria Valley's unique terroir.

Tasting notes:


Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Maria Valley
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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