Eden Rift Vineyards
Eden Rift Vineyards Valliant Chardonnay
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.0
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Eden Rift Vineyards Valliant Chardonnay is a premium wine that showcases the best of California's Central Coast. Produced by Eden Rift Vineyards, a renowned winery with a long history of producing exceptional wines, this Chardonnay is made from grapes grown in the estate's vineyards. The vineyards are characterized by their unique terroir, which includes limestone soils and cool ocean breezes that create ideal growing conditions for Chardonnay. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is elegant, complex, and balanced. The style of the wine is characterized by its bright acidity, rich fruit flavors, and subtle oak notes, making it a perfect choice for pairing with a wide range of dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Eden Rift Vineyards Valliant Chardonnay offers a golden hue, hinting at its richness and depth.On the nose, it presents a delightful bouquet of ripe tropical fruits such as pineapple, mango, and papaya, alongside nuances of citrus blossoms and subtle vanilla. The palate reveals a balanced and elegant Chardonnay with a creamy texture, complemented by flavors of juicy stone fruits, lemon zest, and a touch of toasted oak. This wine showcases a harmonious blend of fruit and oak influences, leading to a long, lingering finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2043
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Eden Rift Vineyards
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
4.0
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