Unoaked

Arroyo Seco Chardonnay

The Cru Winery Unoaked Chardonnay from the Arroyo Seco region showcases a delightful expression of the Chardonnay grape without any oak influence. This white wine exudes a crisp yet smooth profile, allowing the true fruit characteristics of the Chardonnay varietal to shine through. With a medium body, balanced acidity, moderate fruit intensity, and a refreshing dryness, this Chardonnay is a perfect example of a well-crafted unoaked wine that captures the essence of the Arroyo Seco region.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Butter

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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