MARIMAR ESTATE | ACERO CHARDONNAY 2021 75cl

Marimar Estate Acero Chardonnay 2021 is the purest interpretation of Chardonnay crafted by Marimar Torres. Its name, Acero (Spanish for steel), refers to the material in which it is entirely vinified, completely foregoing wood to preserve the freshest and most authentic expression of the varietal.

Sourced from the prestigious Don Miguel Vineyard in Green Valley, this white wine combines the elegance of Russian River Valley with Marimar Estate's philosophy of vineyard respect. The result is a vibrant, precise, and wonderfully fresh Chardonnay.

Characteristics

Winery: Marimar Estate

Appellation: California (Russian River Valley – Green Valley)

Vintage: 2021

Wine type: White

Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay

Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.

Vineyard: Don Miguel Vineyard

Vinification: Entirely fermented in stainless steel tanks

Format: 75 cl

The Vineyard

The grapes come exclusively from the Don Miguel Vineyard, located in Green Valley, the coldest and foggiest subzone of the Russian River Valley, just 15 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean.

The vineyard is planted with a high density following the European model, exceeding 2,000 vines per acre, which favors low yields, slow ripening, and extraordinary aromatic concentration.

The cool climate helps preserve excellent natural acidity and develop a particularly elegant varietal profile.

Vinification

Harvest took place manually between September 10 and 16, 2021.

Whole clusters are gently pressed, and the must ferments slowly in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 12 ºC, using only this material to preserve the full aromatic expression of the varietal.

Once alcoholic fermentation is complete, the wine remains in the same tanks until bottling, without passing through barrels, thus maintaining its freshness and varietal character intact.

Tasting Notes

It presents a brilliant pale yellow color with greenish reflections.

On the nose, aromas of white peach, nectarine, and other stone fruits predominate, accompanied by delicate floral notes of honeysuckle and rose petals that add elegance and freshness.

On the palate, it is lively, balanced, and very expressive. The fruit combines with a marked minerality and perfectly integrated acidity that provides tension and length. The finish is clean, refreshing, and very pleasant, inviting you to continue enjoying it.

Pairing

Ideal for seafood, oysters, white fish, sushi, ceviches, salads, Asian cuisine, Mediterranean tapas, and fresh cheeses.

Recommended serving temperature: 7–10 ºC.

Marimar Estate Acero Chardonnay 2021 proves that the greatness of a Chardonnay doesn't always need the influence of wood. Its complete vinification in stainless steel allows the full purity of the varietal and the exceptional Green Valley terroir to be discovered, offering a fresh, precise, and extraordinarily gastronomic wine.