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Unbridled

2010 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

Wild Horse Unbridled is a remarkable Chardonnay from the esteemed Santa Maria Valley, showcasing the region's unique terroir and optimal climate for grape growing. This wine presents a beautiful pale straw color with shimmering golden hues that invite you to take a sip. The body is medium, striking a wonderful balance between richness and freshness, while the acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing lift. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering enticing notes of ripe pear and crisp green apple, complemented by subtle hints of vanilla and toasted oak from careful aging. On the palate, the texture is smooth and inviting, with soft tannins that harmonize beautifully with the wine's fruit profile. As a result, Wild Horse Unbridled is a delightful choice for any occasion, whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

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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