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Notes of: Butter

Notes of: Pineapple

Notes of: Pear

Notes of: Peach

Notes of: Lemon Zest

Notes of: Vanilla

Mer Soleil

Mer Soleil Reserve Santa Barbara Chardonnay

United States, Central Coast California

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.1

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Mer Soleil Reserve Santa Barbara Chardonnay is a premium wine produced by the Wagner family, known for their expertise in winemaking. The grapes are sourced from the Santa Barbara appellation, which is known for its cool climate and coastal influence. The vineyard features sandy soils and a unique microclimate that allows for slow ripening of the grapes, resulting in a complex and nuanced flavor profile. The winemaking process involves aging the wine in French oak barrels, which imparts a rich and creamy texture to the wine. The style of the wine is elegant and refined, with notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and vanilla. Overall, this wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted and sophisticated Chardonnay.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Mer Soleil Reserve Santa Barbara Chardonnay is a bright and delightful wine that offers aromas of ripe peach, honey and a hint of citrus.On the palate, this full-bodied white wine has a creamy texture and flavors of ripe apple and yellow plum, with a hint of nutmeg spice. The acidity is balanced and the finish is long and lingering. Enjoy this lovely Chardonnay with roasted chicken, seared scallops, or grilled vegetables.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2038

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Mer Soleil

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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