SANDHI | SANTA RITA HILLS CHARDONNAY 2022 75cl

Sandhi Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay 2022 is a white wine produced in the prestigious coastal region of Sta. Rita Hills, California. Made from grapes from vineyards such as Domaine de la Côte and William Hines, using organic practices. It ferments in large format barrels and tanks, which provides structure without sacrificing freshness or clarity.

Characteristics

Winery: Sandhi Wines
Appellation: Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California, USA
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Winemaking: Manual harvest; fermentation with indigenous yeasts; aging for approximately 10 months in large barrels (500 L puncheons) and about 6 months in tank; organic practices
Alcohol Content: ~12.9% vol.
Format: 75 cl bottle

Tasting Notes

Pale yellow color with light golden reflections. The nose reveals crisp aromas of citrus zest, green apple, white flowers, along with mineral notes like chalk and sea salt, and a hint of white pepper. On the palate, it offers a silky texture, good acidity, and freshness that balances the richness, with flavors of pear, lemon, and melon, and an elegant, clean, and persistent finish.

Pairing

Ideal with fatty fish, seafood, oysters, lemon chicken, creamy rice dishes, and mild Asian-inspired cuisine. Also excellent as a sophisticated aperitif wine.