Au Bon Climat Hildegard is a vibrant, medium-bodied white wine from the Central Coast of California. Featuring a blend of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Aligoté, this wine is layered with aromas of ripe citrus, honey, and white flowers. On the palate, the wine is bright and juicy, with flavors of nectarine and green apple, balanced with a crisp acidity and a lingering minerality. Enjoy this delightful white as an aperitif or pair it with roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, and creamy cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Au Bon Climat Hildegard offers aromas of ripe red fruits, cherries, and earthy spices, with a hint of cedar and sweet oak.On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied and well balanced, with a pleasant acidity and a smooth finish. It's a great example of California, showing off its rich, dark fruit flavors and bold tannins. Overall, this is an enjoyable and well-crafted wine that should be enjoyed now or aged for the next few years.
EXPERT RATING
4.7
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Pinot Blanc
Pinot Gris
Aligoté
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.