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Vino del Cielo

2010 Arroyo Seco 55% Chardonnay - 45% Viognier

Hug Cellars Vino del Cielo is an exquisite blend of fifty-five percent Chardonnay and forty-five percent Viognier, showcasing the unique terroir of Arroyo Seco. This elegant white wine features a delightful pale yellow hue that hints at its vibrant character. On the palate, it offers a medium body with a bright acidity that invigorates the senses, making it both refreshing and food-friendly. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing luscious notes of tropical fruits and stone fruit, perfectly balanced with subtle floral undertones. The overall experience is beautifully dry, allowing the wine's complexities to shine through, while a delicate minerality provides an alluring finish that lingers gracefully. This 2010 vintage is a remarkable testament to the marriage of these varietals, making it a must-try for white wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Off Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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