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The Pip

2011 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

Clendenen Family Vineyards The Pip is a delightful white wine from the renowned Santa Maria Valley, showcasing the exceptional fruit character of the 2011 vintage. This Chardonnay presents a beautifully balanced profile that exhibits a medium body, harmonious acidity, and vibrant fruit intensity, making it an enticing option for wine enthusiasts. The charming notes of citrus and stone fruit are complemented by a subtle creaminess, providing an inviting mouthfeel. Its dryness is perfectly suited for a variety of culinary pairings, enhancing both light and rich dishes alike. Enjoy this carefully crafted Chardonnay as a testament to the dedication and artistry of the Clendenen family in California’s picturesque wine region.

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

Pairs well with:


Seafood Salad, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

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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