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Wente Clone

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Nielson Wente Clone Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Valley showcases a beautifully balanced profile. This white wine offers a lovely body that is neither too light nor too heavy, making it incredibly versatile for various occasions. The acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly complementing the vibrant fruit intensity that shines through with every sip. The tannins are notably soft, adding a gentle structure to the wine without overpowering its elegance. The overall dryness of this Chardonnay adds a crisp finish, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted, refreshing white wine.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Butter

Butter

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, Shrimp Scampi, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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