Gloria Ferrer Chardonnay Carneros (75cl)

Gloria Ferrer Chardonnay Carneros is a still, cool-climate Chardonnay from the Carneros AVA in Sonoma County, California, sold in a 750ml bottle. The winery has conducted clonal research with UC Davis since 1988, evaluating over 40 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir clones for Carneros soils and microclimates. Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards was established in 1986 by the Ferrer family of Spain's Freixenet. The Chardonnay comes from wind-swept, fog-cooled hills influenced by San Pablo Bay, which preserves natural acidity. Head winemaker Kyle Altomare oversees production. The nose opens with wet granite and flinty minerality, followed by crisp tropical fruit, pineapple and subtle oak. The palate is dry and focused, with bright citrus, ripe peach and Asian pear, high acidity and a touch of oak. The finish is medium, clean and mineral-driven, with citrus pith and stone.