Tasting Notes
Appearance
Pale gold with silver highlights.
Nose
Green apple, lemon zest, and white peach lead, with notes of toasted brioche, hazelnut, and a hint of chalk.
Palate
Medium-bodied with a silky texture and vibrant, precise acidity. The palate is elegant and mineral, with citrus, stone fruit, and a long, precise finish.
Finish
Long and mineral, with lingering notes of citrus and fine oak.
Food Pairings
Critical Acclaim
Wine Spectator
Wine Advocate
Production Details
Vineyard Source
Estate vineyard, Santa Maria Valley AVA
Aging
11 months in French oak (20% new)
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pressed, barrel fermented in French oak (20% new), aged 11 months on lees.
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About the Winery
Dierberg Vineyard
Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County
A family-owned Santa Maria Valley estate producing elegant, site-expressive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Serving Guide
Serving Temperature
45–50°F (7–10°C)
Decanting
Serve directly from the refrigerator; no decanting needed.
Bottle Size
750ml
Alcohol
13.2%