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Watson Ranch Chardonnay

2012 Napa Valley Chardonnay

The Arnot-Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay from the 2012 vintage is a captivating expression of Napa Valley's terroir. This white wine delights the palate with a medium-bodied profile, showcasing a refreshing balance of acidity that adds a lively brightness to the experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering inviting notes of ripe citrus and stone fruit, enhanced by subtle hints of minerality that reflect the wine's origins. The texture is rounded and smooth, with delicate layers of complexity that evolve with each sip. This Chardonnay is beautifully dry, making it an exquisite choice for a variety of cuisine pairings. Overall, the Arnot-Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay is a well-crafted and elegant wine, exemplifying the artistry of winemaking in Napa Valley.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Halibut, Pasta Primavera, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Napa County
Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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