Nielson Chardonnay Monterey County | Santa Barbara County 2023 (750ml)
Price: $15.99
| Producer | Nielson |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Sku | 13998 |
| Size | 750ml |
Elegant aromatics of citrus blossom, Meyer lemon and lime zest, with baked Granny Smith apples. A bright and balanced acidity complements this medium bodied wine and finishes with flavors of pear tart. It pairs nicely with lighter seafood and white meat dishes.
Nielson Description
65% Monterey County (Alan’s vineyard) and 35% Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County (25% K. Rice Vineyard, 10% Jensen Vineyard). 100% stainless steel fermented, 100% stainless steel aged, 6 months.
Our namesake, Uriel J. Nielson, planted Santa Barbara’s first commercial vineyard in 1964 when his critics thought the region was too cold to deliver world class wines. At Nielson, we pay homage to that pioneering spirit, producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from some of the area’s most celebrated vineyards. Our east-west valleys, marine soils, morning fog and seaside sunsets make Santa Barbara the perfect setting for uncommon wines of stunning minerality, acidity and balance.
Burghound: 90 Points
James Suckling
Fresh, clean and balanced, this is fruit-driven and refreshing. Medium body and good, citrus acidity back up crisp green-apple and Bosc-pear flavors, while showing slightly oaky, buttery influence.
