J. Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2019 is grown in the windswept, cool Arroyo Seco AVA of Monterey County, at 14.5% ABV.
The vineyard's loamy sand and gravelly soils sit over Greenfield potatoes, potato-sized stones that absorb heat by day and release it after sunset.
This stone layer limits root growth to the top three to five feet, balancing fruit and vine growth for a richly flavored Chardonnay.
Aromas of yellow flowers, baked apple, crème brûlée and brioche lead to pear, Meyer lemon cream and baking spice, with a long, sweet oak finish.
It carries the Certified California Sustainable seal.
Good wine rewards a little care in serving. Whites and rosés show best chilled to around 45 to 50°F, while reds are at their most expressive slightly below room temperature, around 60 to 65°F. Opening the bottle and letting it breathe for a few minutes, or pouring it into a decanter, helps the aromas open up.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Yellow flowers, baked apple and brioche.
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Palate: Pear, Meyer lemon cream and baking spice.
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Finish: Long, with sweet oak.
Specifications
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Producer: J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
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Appellation: Arroyo Seco, Monterey County
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Grape: Chardonnay
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Vintage: 2019
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ABV: 14.5%
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve chilled, around 50°F. Pair it with lobster, roast chicken or creamy pasta.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it grown?
Arroyo Seco in Monterey County, California.
What are Greenfield potatoes?
Potato-sized stones that hold the day's heat and release it at night.
What vintage is it?
2019.
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