• J. Lohr 2019 Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, California
  • J. Lohr 2019 Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, California
2019 Riverstone Chardonnay

J. Lohr

Arroyo Seco, United States

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A beautiful Chardonnay from a Central Coast Pioneer

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About This Wine

J. Lohr

Riverstone Chardonnay

The vines for their J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay are grown primarily on Elder loam soils underlain by “riverstones,” deposited over thousands of years by the Arroyo Seco River. These stones limit soil depth, and this unique combination of sandy loam and cobblestone soils keeps the vines’ growth and fruit in balance, while the cool climate and winds of the Salinas Valley extend the growing season — retaining the natural grape acids and intense varietal character of Chardonnay. With notes of nectarine, hazelnut, and honey, this is a wine that showcases the complexities that a well made Chardonnay can have.

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J. Lohr 2019 Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, California

Wine Region

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

Flavor Profile

Pairs well with… Grilled Fish, Shrimp Scampi, Roasted Chicken

Body 2 Acidity 3Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 3

Tasting Notes

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The wine exhibits youthful hues of light straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of ripe orange, fresh nectarine, and hazelnut, which are complemented by the palate flavors of apricot, ripe peach, and honey. The rich texture and balance on the palate from aging give way to flavors of vanilla, citrus cream, and a hint of oak on the long finish.