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New Mexico Chardonnay

The Zia Zia Chardonnay from New Mexico impresses with its elegant white color and exquisite flavors. This Chardonnay showcases a delightful balance of flavors giving a medium body that is well-suited for various occasions. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering a burst of delicious fruity notes that dance on the palate. The acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing touch to the overall character of this handcrafted wine. With a notable level of dryness, the Zia Zia Chardonnay is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-rounded and flavorful white wine experience.

Tasting notes:

Apple Pie, Butter, Vanilla

Apple Pie

Butter

Vanilla

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

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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