"Y" Block

Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

The Qupe "Y" Block Chardonnay hails from the Santa Maria Valley, an AVA located in southern California. This white wine showcases a medium body with a balance of delicate acidity and moderate fruit intensity. The Chardonnay grapes used in this wine from Santa Maria Valley bring out a beautiful expression of the region's terroir, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted and elegant Chardonnay.

Tasting notes:

Pear

Lemon

Apple Pie

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Pasta Primavera, Ceviche, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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