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Unoaked

2012 California Chardonnay

Joel Gott Unoaked Chardonnay from the 2012 vintage is a delightful expression of California's diverse terroir. This white wine showcases a light-to-medium body that glides effortlessly across the palate, making it an inviting choice for a variety of occasions. The acidity is bright and refreshing, offering a lively mouthwatering quality that perfectly complements its prominent fruit intensity. Notes of crisp green apple and zesty citrus dominate the aromatic profile, creating a vibrant and energetic experience. With a dry profile, this Chardonnay emphasizes its clean and uncomplicated character, allowing the purity of the fruit to shine through. Overall, Joel Gott Unoaked delivers an easygoing and enjoyable sipping experience, ideal for those seeking a bright and flavorful white wine.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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