{"title":"California White Wines","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover small-production and highly-rated California white wines from Napa Valley wineries.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-brut-champagne","title":"Besserat de Bellefon \"Cuvee des Moines\" Brut Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Champagnes of \u003cb\u003eBesserat de Bellefon\u003c\/b\u003e are served at restaurant Alain Ducasse in Paris and New York and Charlie Trotter's in Chicago. \u003cb\u003eThey are found in the world's finest restaurants and have a cult reputation in France.\u003c\/b\u003e While they are hard to find in the U.S., we're proud to introduce this exclusive Champagne to our customers.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Besserat de Bellefon Cuvee des Moines Brut is considered among champagne connoisseurs to be the finest grade champagne.  Brilliant straw colour with copper highlights. Fine, persistent froth forming a noticeable ring. The nose is dominated by woodland flowers, apples, pears and above all, candied fruit. Rich and varied aromas, full of delicacy and subtlety. As wine opens up, pronounced hazelnut notes are evident. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, delicately sweet and well rounded, in full harmony with the complex aromas. Definite fresh fruit notes. The wine develops on a very silky structure. 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It features a rose-like nose with citrus and ginger, and in the mouth hints of biscuit and breadcrust. Fantastic with rich, creamy seafood dishes especially. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 points Robert Parker: \"\u003c\/b\u003eThe latest release of Delamotte's NV Brut Blanc de Blancs, the house's emblematic bottling, is once again showing very well, bursting with aromas of citrus zest, freshly baked bread, nougat, crisp stone fruit and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, ample and pillowy, with a fleshy core of fruit, bright acids and a pretty pinpoint mousse, it's a seamless, elegant wine that concludes with a flavorful finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7479057539,"sku":"2562608003","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/delamotte_brut_blanc_champagne.jpg?v=1771365132"},{"product_id":"laurent-perrier-brut-rose-champagne","title":"Laurent Perrier Brut Rose Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best selling rosé Champagne in the world, Laurent-Perrier is one of the few rosés still made by the saignée method. To emphasize this traditional technique, the Champagne is bottled in an embossed bottle that is a reproduction of those used in the late 17th century. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe salmon-pink Lauent-Perrier Brut Rosé Champagne is truly remarkable for its highly expressive bouquet, stemming from very careful preservation of fresh fruit aromas during the winemaking. Made with 100% pinot noir using skin contact, also known as the saignée method, Laurent-Perrier's know-how and attention to quality produces a finely crafted rosé with both depth and freshness. It has become the benchmark for rosé Champagne around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The Laurent-Perrier Brut Rosé is a big, beefy rosé. Very Pinot Noir-like, with leaf, cherry and earth notes matched to a firm, muscular structure. Has warmth and personality, with a lingering finish. 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The classically-styled, dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced by one-third white grapes (Chardonnay) for elegance. The Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Brut is excellent with food and as an aperitif.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"You cant lose with this classy wine. The refined apple, grapefruit and dough aromas follow through on the palate. Creamy and lively on the finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7479063299,"sku":"2562609283","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/files\/Veuve-Cliqut.jpg?v=1771365132"},{"product_id":"barnett-vineyards-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-carneros","title":"Barnett Vineyards 2022 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay, Carneros","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA great small-production Chardonnay from Barnett Vineyards on Spring Mountain.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93+ Points Robert Parker:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The Barnett Chardonnay Sangiacomo Vineyard opens with a gorgeous nose of spice cake, candied ginger, lemon butter and marzipan over a core of apricots, Bosc pears and apple pie. Medium-bodied, the palate bursts with intense citrus and apple flavors plus loads of spicy accents with a racy backbone and satiny texture, finishing long with beautiful savoriness.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarnett Vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e is located off of the narrow windy Spring Mountain Road which connects Napa and Sonoma Counties – about 1.5 miles in. This is a small estate winery (founded in 1983 by Hal \u0026amp; Fiona Barnett) located on very steep hillsides with slopes up to 35%! Their original intent was never to build a winery but rather to have a weekend private getaway location from San Francisco. For a fairly small production they make a wide variety of wines – as of our latest visit, 11 different wines are made here. They are strong believers in unique terroir sites and will source fruit from a variety of locations (not necessarily within Napa) based on where specific varietals grow best.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199957766,"sku":"6721971974","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/barnett_12_sangiacomo_chard_499d1a78-8031-4546-ba3e-ec16d01f2c9b.jpeg?v=1771365266"},{"product_id":"beringer-luminus-chardonnay-napa-valley","title":"Beringer 2022 Luminus Chardonnay, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e93 Points Parker - New release  \u003c\/span\u003e     \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInaugural release of a beautiful new Chardonnay from Beringer.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eThe Beringer Chardonnay Luminus is done in a brighter, fresher style than the flagship Private Reserve Chardonnay. Much of that can be attributed to the cooler microclimate of the Big Ranch Road property in Oak Knoll. The Luminus is aged in equal parts French and Hungarian oak, the latter used for an accent of spice to complement the citrus and floral notes that are typical of this wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert Parker:\u003c\/b\u003e  \"Beringer’s Chardonnay Luminus shows a touch of new oak, but this is meant to highlight the ripe tropical fruit of California’s Chardonnay. This wine displays tangerine and pineapple along with hints of pear, crème brûlée and citrus blossom. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity, it should drink nicely for another 3-4 years.\"      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199958342,"sku":"6721972550","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/beringer_12_luminus_chard_0907f158-a997-4953-b1e8-d300d1e839af.jpeg?v=1771365266"},{"product_id":"beringer-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley","title":"Beringer 2023 Private Reserve Chardonnay, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e97 Points - Limited\u003c\/span\u003e                                                     \u003c\/span\u003e            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeringer's top Chardonnay from the Gamble Ranch vineyard. Limited.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e97 Points James Suckling: \u003c\/b\u003e\"This is a really solid white with so much structure and depth, as well as a border-less, encompassing palate. Full-bodied and polished with lots of length. Shows complex flavors, from cooked apples and lemons to stones and hints of flowers. Still tight. Needs time to come together.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e94 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\"The classic Napa release from this estate, the Beringer Chardonnay Private Reserve has lots of beautiful golden apple, caramelized citrus, toasted nut, and hints of acacia flowers. With a rich, textured style, it still stays beautifully fresh, balanced, and layered. It's a brilliant effort.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeringer's Private Reserve Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily sourced from their Gamble Ranch property in the Oakville AVA of Napa Valley. Each lot was kept separate from harvest all the way through the winemaking process. The wine was aged for 9 months in 88% new French oak with full malolactic fermentation, and the lees were stirred weekly to enrich the texture and profile. Only the finest lots were then selected for inclusion in this Private Reserve bottling. From winemaker Laurie Hook: \"Aromas of hazelnut and grilled pineapple are followed by flavors of lush, tropical fruits, balanced by a hint of citrus. A rich, creamy mouthfeel is rounded out by a lengthy, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199959110,"sku":"6721973126","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/BeringerReserveChard.jpg?v=1771365267"},{"product_id":"brewer-clifton-chardonnay-santa-rita-hills","title":"Brewer-Clifton 2022 Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e95 points\u003c\/span\u003e                                                             \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew limited Chardonnay release from the famed Brewer-Clifton label in Santa Barbara!  \u003c\/b\u003eThe wines of Brewer-Clifton represent the essence of the best vineyards in the Santa Rita Hills area and focus on the production of single vineyard-designated Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from carefully selected vineyards in the SRH appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the great values out there\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ripe orchard fruits, butted lemon, crushed stone, and salty, marine-influence notes all emerge from the Brewer-Clifton Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills, a concentrated, medium to full-bodied Chardonnay with a liquid rock-like sense of minerality, beautiful mid-palate density, and a great finish. You should never underestimate these appellation releases from Greg Brewer. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is an insane value in top Chardonnay from California....As usual with Greg’s wines, these wines are not destemmed and are brought up all in neutral barrels. Most of the Chardonnays check in around 14% alcohol, with the Pinot Noirs between 14%-14.5%, and they all have singular characters as well as a decade of longevity at a minimum. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better lineup of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from anyone in California.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs readers will know, the Brewer-Clifton wines see no new oak at all. \"I want all the expression and the decadence to come from the outside, so I use very old barrels and no stirring for Chardonnay,\" Greg explains. \"Chardonnay is whole-cluster pressed, and the Pinot Noirs are whole-cluster fermented, from 70% to 100% for the single-vineyard designates. For me, stems are like a corset. We have so much fruit out here. I’ve spent 25 years working with stems as a means of framing and corseting, so we work with stems to shape and lift.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewer-Clifton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199960070,"sku":"6721973446","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/files\/BRewer_Clifton_Chard.png?v=1771365267"},{"product_id":"buehler-chardonnay-russian-river-valley","title":"Buehler 2022 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuehler makes some of the best buys in the world of wine and their Chardonnay is no exception.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Buehler Russian River Chardonnay displays abundant floral\/ stone fruit aromas lightly accented by toasty, graham cracker sur-lie qualities. The mouthfeel is creamy and full but the natural acidity of the Russian River fruit carries this velvet-textured package to a long, clean finish.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Parker:\u003c\/b\u003e \"As most readers know, you don't find Russian River Chardonnay at this price point, and Buehler winemaker David Cronin has turned out a very nice one. Crisp, elegant and fruity with delicate pear, white peach and honeysuckle, medium body and a dry finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199961094,"sku":"6721974342","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/buehler_13_chard.jpg?v=1771365268"},{"product_id":"buoncristiani-chardonnay-napa-valley","title":"Buoncristiani 2022 Chardonnay, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fantastic new Chardonnay discovery for fans of California's best producers.  \u003c\/b\u003eSourced from the famed Hyde \u0026amp; Stagecoach Vineyards as well as Pahlmeyer's Waters Ranch this exceptional fruit driven Chardonnay was handcrafted and only 350 cases produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest timing was essential, allowing for full flavor development, acid balance, and optimum ripeness. Once the desired flavors were at their peak, the fruit was hand harvested in the early cold morning and gently whole cluster pressed. The juice was then slowly fermented by both native and specially selected yeast in a combination of new and twice used French oak barrels and small stainless steel drums. Upon dryness, weekly barrel stirring of the lees commenced to increase the complexity of the aromas and mouthfeel. Only 28% of the secondary malolactic fermentation was allowed, thus giving the final wine’s profile a beautiful balance between richness, intense fruit and crisp acidity in the long finish as we desired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buoncristiani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199961990,"sku":"6721974854","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/buoncristiani_13_chard_a95a4d88-2a68-4aa5-b028-0c124e0388c7.jpeg?v=1771365267"},{"product_id":"cakebread-chardonnay-napa-valley","title":"Cakebread 2023 Chardonnay, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew release now available!           \u003cbr\u003eCakebread produces one of the most popular Chardonnays from the Napa Valley - get the new release now.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very aromatic Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay Napa Valley offers delightfully forward aromas of ripe pears and apples, with intriguing scents of guava and banana. On the palate, the wine boasts a full, fleshy texture and rich, ripe flavors balanced by subtle, spicy oak tones and an excellent underpinning of acidity. Crafted with the signature elegance and precision that \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brix26.shop\/collections\/cakebread\"\u003eCakebread Wines\u003c\/a\u003e is known for, this very flavorful Napa Valley Chardonnay is delicious now and will gain additional bouquet and complexity with 18–24 months of further bottle age. Very limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cakebread Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199964102,"sku":"6721976198","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/cakebread_2013_chard_3dfaab63-a1d0-44e9-b52a-f90d8433df75.jpeg?v=1771365267"},{"product_id":"darioush-chardonnay-napa-valley","title":"Darioush 2023 Signature Chardonnay Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLimited new Signature Chardonnay release from Darioush. Order while it's still available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay, sourced exclusively from Darioush's estate vineyards in the Napa Valley, Oak Knoll and Carneros districts, and aged for eleven months in 70% new French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \"Influenced by a cooler than average growing season, the Darioush Signature Chardonnay is powerful, sleek and vibrant, and was bottled unfiltered to maintain a strong sense of place and high concentration of flavor. Bright aromatics of white peach and quince entice, with layers of green apple, creamy lemon meringue, yeast and toasted wheat in the mid-palate, finishing with a pure, delicate minerality. A promising vintage that will evolve well for several years.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Darioush","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199967942,"sku":"6721979590","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/darioush_12_chard_85da0e09-6bee-48af-a2d2-37ab69e72ab0.jpeg?v=1771365267"},{"product_id":"domaine-eden-chardonnay-santa-cruz-mts","title":"Domaine Eden 2021 Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e94 Points - fantastic buy\u003c\/span\u003e                      \u003cbr\u003eNew Chardonnay release from Mount Eden's Domaine label.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points \u003ci\u003eWine Enthusiast:\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/b\u003e\"This more affordable cousin to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brix26.shop\/collections\/mount-eden\/products\/mount-eden-estate-chardonnay-santa-cruz-mountains\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMt. Eden brand\u003c\/a\u003e the Domaine Eden Chardonnay is just as good, though different. It presents dairy aromas of brie cheese rind and yogurt but in a deliciously approachable way, with diced chives, caramelized pear and citronella elements. The palate shows tremendous energy, with lots of lime and lemon pith, but also a sour-cream richness.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Vibrant and intense, with roasted nut and toasted spice overtones to the plush peach, lemon curd and marmalade notes. Smooth and supple, but there's an elegant thread of acidity weaving in and out, plus a hint of rooibos tea on the finish. Drink now.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine Eden Chardonnay blend this year was 60% from Mount Eden's estate vines and 40% from Domaine Eden. The grapes were picked by hand and crushed within three hours of harvest, barrel-fermented in Burgundy barrels and aged on the lees for ten months. 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According to winemaker Renee Ary, \"what I like about this wine is that it is a classic. It follows in the Duckhorn style in that is elegant, balanced, bold, and has acidity that carries through to the finish. This vintage showcases layers of white peach, nectarine, and melon followed by warm notes of nougat, creme broulee, and chai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lush and elegant Duckhorn Chardonnay offers vivid aromas of white peach, lime, melon and vanilla bean, followed by undertones of praline, fresh pie dough and pistachio gelato. 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Neither lean nor voluptuous on the palate, the wine strikes a deft balance with a silky texture and notes of peach, apricot and a kiss of toasty French oak on the mid-palate transitioning to citrus fruits as the wine glides along to finish with a soft and creamy acid backbone and pleasing flint and river stone minerality.  Only 286 cases produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21199988934,"sku":"6721992198","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/kanzler_14_chard.jpg?v=1771365268"},{"product_id":"kendall-jackson-grande-reserve-chardonnay","title":"Kendall-Jackson 2021 Grande Reserve Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rare Reserve version of Kendall-Jackson's bestselling Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay. 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Medium to full-bodied with a pleasant oiliness to the texture and plenty of butter-laced stone fruit flavors on offer, \u003cstrong\u003eit has great harmony and persistence\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reflecting the dazzling quality of the growing season, the Patz \u0026amp; Hall Sonoma Coast Chardonnay includes grapes from an exceptional new vineyard that was planted specifically for us by renowned winegrower Mark Sanchietti. Though it comes from a who’s who of world-class Sonoma Coast vineyards, the core of this Chardonnay is from Sanchietti Vineyard Pleasant Hill and Gap’s Crown, with the Sanchietti fruit adding richness and texture and the Gap’s Crown grapes providing minerality and vibrant acidity. 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One of the top-rated California Chardonnays of the vintage.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous):  \u003c\/strong\u003e\"The Peirson MeyerChardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard is a tropical, lush, opulent and wonderfully layered wine that shows all of the oiliness and texture that is such a signature of this site. Rich and textured yet also light on its feet, the its is a real winner....j\u003cstrong\u003eust gorgeous\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis beauty comes from Robbie Meyer, former assistant at \u003cstrong\u003ePeter Michael\u003c\/strong\u003e winery. 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Kudos to winemaker Luc Morlet, former winemaker for Peter Michael.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staglin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21200024646,"sku":"6722017670","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/Staglin_salus.jpg?v=1771365270"},{"product_id":"walt-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast","title":"Walt 2018 Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe WALT Sonoma Coast Chardonnay \u003c\/b\u003eis a blend of Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast vineyards, whose cool microclimates and restrictive soils grow complex, compelling fruit.  This bottling captures this appellation’s vibrancy, ripe tropical and citrus fruits, and incredible persistence.  As with both Walt Chardonnays, they allow optimal ripeness in the vineyard and wait for the evolution of flavor and textural maturity, in balance with vineyard conditions, to realize the wine’s desired flavor profile.  In the winery, they are relentlessly gentle and manage every minute aspect of the process with the utmost care. 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