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Chardonnay Central Coast 2013 75cl

Central Coast | California | United States of America
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90 Robert Parker
The 2013 Chardonnay is a beauty that represents a smokin' value in Chardonnay. Clean, crisp and classic, with good richness in its white flowers, buttered apple, lemon curd and brioche aromas and flavors, this terrific white is medium-bodied and elegant, with excellent purity and precision on the palate. Buy it by the case and drink bottles over the coming 2-4 years.<br/><br/>These latest 2013s from Josh Jenson were superb across the board and at the top-end were some of the most impressive Pinot Noirs I was able to taste for this report.
90 Wine Spectator
Clean, pure and juicy, offering a refreshing mix of ripe pear, apple and melon flavors, shaded by a chalky minerality and followed by a long lingering finish. Drink now. 13,929 cases made.
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Calera
Sitting along California’s Central Coast, the beautiful vineyard sites of the Calera winery are scattered across the highest and coolest locations in the state. Surrounded by the Gavilan Mountains, Calera remains one of the world’s greatest producers of Pinot Noir, but they also produce several impressive white wines made of Chardonnay, Vignier and the rare, Aligoté. The adventure actually began in 1971, when Josh Calera decided to grow the famous red grape, Pinot Noir, amongst the steep mountainous terrain. He thus went in search of the perfect spot. He opted for this rugged location, an old lime kiln site, as opposed to the better-known Pinot areas, such as Sonoma Valley. Owner, Josh Jensen, is now in charge of this unique winery. He has introduced organic farming practices, native fermentation methods and minimal racking techniques that are highlighted in their compelling quality wines.