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Zia

New Mexico Chardonnay

Noisy Water Winery's Zia Chardonnay from New Mexico exudes elegance with its vibrant golden hue. This Chardonnay showcases a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. The wine offers a delightful combination of rich fruit flavors, a refreshing acidity that brightens the palate, and a smooth dry finish that lingers beautifully. Produced in the enchanting New Mexico region, this Chardonnay embodies the unique terroir and craftsmanship of the area, making it a true delight for white wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:

Butter, Vanilla, White Peach

Butter

Vanilla

White Peach

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Seafood Pasta

Region:

New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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