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Unoaked

2011 Napa Valley Chardonnay

The Cairdean Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay from the esteemed Napa Valley impresses with its brilliant, pale yellow hue, embodying a refreshing purity that invites exploration. This vintage, crafted in 2011, offers a vibrant profile characterized by a pleasantly bright acidity that enlivens the senses, making each sip a delightful experience. The fruit intensity dances between enticing notes of crisp green apple and zesty citrus, giving the wine a lively, mouthwatering quality that is truly captivating. With a smooth and rounded body, it showcases a harmonious structure that is both elegant and approachable, making it a superb choice for various occasions. As an unoaked expression, it allows the vineyard's terroir to shine through, resulting in a clean and refreshing finish that lingers pleasantly on the palate. This wine is a perfect companion for light dishes, seafood, or simply enjoyed on its own for a delightful moment of indulgence.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

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, Sole, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Napa Valley
Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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