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The College Fund

2008 Paso Robles Chardonnay

Alec Spencer Cellars The College Fund is a stunning 2008 Chardonnay from the renowned Paso Robles region. This wine showcases a beautiful pale golden hue, inviting you to explore its delightful character. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile with a bright and lively acidity that provides refreshing moments. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of ripe pear, crisp green apple, and a hint of zesty lemon that dance together harmoniously. The wine has a well-balanced dryness, making it a perfect pairing for a variety of dishes. With its smooth, subtle texture and approachable nature, this Chardonnay exemplifies the exceptional quality that Paso Robles is celebrated for.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Vanilla

Vanilla

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Central Coast
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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