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"Wente" Clone

2012 Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

Byron "Wente" Clone is a delightful expression of Chardonnay hailing from the renowned Santa Maria Valley, known for its exceptional climate and terroir. This 2012 vintage showcases a full-bodied profile that is richly textured, providing a substantial mouthfeel. The acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing quality that perfectly balances the wine's weight. With prominent fruit intensity, it reveals layers of juicy apple and pear, complemented by hints of tropical notes and a subtle touch of oak. The wine is wonderfully dry, creating a crisp finish that invites another sip. Enjoy this Chardonnay as an elegant pairing for seafood dishes or simply as a delightful glass during a special occasion.

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:


Grilled Fish, Seafood Pasta, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter

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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