Etude Lyric Chardonnay is a premium white wine produced by Etude Winery, a renowned winery located in the Carneros appellation of Napa Valley, California. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from select vineyards in the region, known for their cool climate and well-draining soils. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, including barrel fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a beautifully balanced expression of Chardonnay, with notes of citrus, pear, and vanilla, and a creamy texture that lingers on the palate. Etude Lyric Chardonnay is a perfect choice for those who appreciate elegant and refined white wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Etude Lyric Chardonnay is a deliciously smooth and creamy Chardonnay with an intense nose of citrus and tropical fruits.On the palate, you'll find fresh flavors of peach, apricot and pineapple, along with a hint of oak. The wine has a creamy texture and a long, lingering finish. Enjoy this wine with seafood, poultry, or light pasta dishes.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2021
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Etude
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.