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The 2021 VVines California Chardonnay is a radiant expression of the Golden State’s sun-soaked vineyards and cool Pacific breezes. Crafted during a near-ideal growing season, this vintage balances ripeness with remarkable freshness.
In the glass, it shimmers with a pale golden hue and brilliant clarity. The nose opens with inviting aromas of ripe orchard fruit—think crisp green apple, juicy pear, and golden apple—layered with notes of Meyer lemon zest and subtle tropical hints of pineapple. Gentle oak aging (common in many California styles) weaves in accents of vanilla bean, toasted almond, and a whisper of baking spice.
On the palate, the wine is beautifully structured. Lush flavors of baked apple, citrus curd, and white peach unfold with a creamy texture, often enhanced by partial malolactic fermentation that lends a soft, buttery roundness. Bright acidity keeps everything lifted and balanced, leading to a long, polished finish marked by mineral undertones and a touch of toasted brioche.
Versatile and food-friendly, our 2021 California Chardonnay pairs effortlessly with roasted chicken, grilled salmon, creamy pastas, lobster, or aged cheeses. Whether styled in a rich, barrel-aged fashion or a leaner, stainless-steel–fermented expression, this vintage captures the harmony, vibrancy, and craftsmanship that define California Chardonnay at its best.
The 2021 VVines California Chardonnay is a radiant expression of the Golden State’s sun-soaked vineyards and cool Pacific breezes. Crafted during a near-ideal growing season, this vintage balances ripeness with remarkable freshness.
In the glass, it shimmers with a pale golden hue and brilliant clarity. The nose opens with inviting aromas of ripe orchard fruit—think crisp green apple, juicy pear, and golden apple—layered with notes of Meyer lemon zest and subtle tropical hints of pineapple. Gentle oak aging (common in many California styles) weaves in accents of vanilla bean, toasted almond, and a whisper of baking spice.
On the palate, the wine is beautifully structured. Lush flavors of baked apple, citrus curd, and white peach unfold with a creamy texture, often enhanced by partial malolactic fermentation that lends a soft, buttery roundness. Bright acidity keeps everything lifted and balanced, leading to a long, polished finish marked by mineral undertones and a touch of toasted brioche.
Versatile and food-friendly, our 2021 California Chardonnay pairs effortlessly with roasted chicken, grilled salmon, creamy pastas, lobster, or aged cheeses. Whether styled in a rich, barrel-aged fashion or a leaner, stainless-steel–fermented expression, this vintage captures the harmony, vibrancy, and craftsmanship that define California Chardonnay at its best.