Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits-Blanches au Bouge Peerless
White wine
4.6
Expert Rating
4.1
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
The Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits-Blanches au Bouge Peerless is a stellar example of California’s prowess in producing world-class Chardonnay. Crafted in the Santa Barbara region, known for its ideal climate and diverse soil types, this wine benefits from the cool ocean breezes and abundant sunshine. Au Bon Climat, renowned for its commitment to quality and expression of terroir, carefully cultivates the grapes, ensuring optimal ripeness and flavor development. The winemaking process is a blend of tradition and innovation, with careful barrel fermentation and aging to enhance complexity. This Chardonnay is a showcase of Au Bon Climat's philosophy, highlighting a balance between fruit intensity, refined elegance, and a nuanced use of oak.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Nuits-Blanches au Bouge Peerless presents an alluring golden hue and an expressive bouquet of ripe orchard fruits like pear and apple, complemented by citrus zest and a subtle toastiness from oak aging.On the palate, it reveals a rich tapestry of flavors including peach, lemon cream, and vanilla, seamlessly integrated with a creamy texture and a vibrant acidity. The finish is long and satisfying, with a hint of minerality and a refined complexity. This Chardonnay is a harmonious blend of the richness of Californian Chardonnay with the finesse and elegance reminiscent of the great whites of Burgundy, making it a standout choice for connoisseurs.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Silky
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Au Bon Climat
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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