Chamisal Stainless Chardonnay

Central Coast, California Wine Advocate 91 points! Chamisal Stainless Chardonnay is textbook unoaked Chardonnay from California's Central Coast. In 1973 Chamisal became the first winery to plant vines in Edna Valley, a gamble that paved the way for one of the most revered wine regions of California. Our Central Coast vineyard is named for the native, white-flowered Chamise plant that thrives on the property. In the early 1990's after a period of dormancy, the vineyard was replanted and the estate was renamed Domain Alfred, but when we took ownership in 2008 we restored the original name - Chamisal Vineyard - to honor its place in Edna Valley history. Now planted to five grape varieties including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah and Pinot Gris, this exceptional estate vineyard is the centerpiece, source and inspiration of Chamisal's bold and distinctive wines. "The nose of the 2018 Stainless Chardonnay opens with open-knit, inviting aromas of apples-green, yellow and red apple skin-with poached pears, baker's yeast, crushed stone, hazelnut, fresh quince and lime blossoms. It's light to medium-bodied with a rounded, silky texture and good core of fresh fruits, finishing with lively acidity and lift. I appreciate that this isn't lean and mean! A balanced, generous stainless style of unoaked Chardonnay. Drink 2020-2022."-Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, 91 points! Enjoy Chamisal Stainless Chardonnay over the next 3-4 years with roast chicken, grilled swordfish, steamers, Cobb salad and cheese.