{"product_id":"flowers-chardonnay-sonoma-coast-2024-750ml","title":"Flowers Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2024 750ml","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFlowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant, cool-climate Chardonnay from Flowers Vineyard \u0026amp; Winery, sourced from organically farmed vineyards in the windy, coastal-influenced far Sonoma Coast AVA of California. This region imparts bright acidity, minerality, and a sense of place with Pacific influences like seaspray and salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWinemaking and Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation and Aging\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20% in stainless steel and 80% in French oak barrels (18% new, 62% 1-2 years old, 20% neutral 3+ years), followed by 16 months of barrel aging before bottling. This approach yields texture and subtle oak integration without heavy buttery or oaky notes—it's more Burgundian in style than many California Chardonnays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically around 13.5%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright, energetic, and lively with racy acidity, medium richness, and a finely woven, elegant texture. It emphasizes purity, precision, and coastal freshness rather than opulence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soaring lemon cream, Meyer lemon, lemon zest, green apple, pear, white peach\/apricot, tangerine oil, white flowers (jasmine), lemongrass, mint, white pepper, subtle beeswax, seaspray\/briny minerality, and hints of wet stone or crushed almond. Some notes describe it as perfumed and forward due to the warmer 2024 season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fresh citrus (lemon, lime, mandarin), orchard fruit (pear, white peach), pithy herbaceous notes, fine green citrus oil, and a mineral\/saline backbone. The finish is long, focused, crisp yet textured, with mouthwatering acidity and clean minerality. It's described as vivid, tangy, and food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e (early reviews):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntonio Galloni (Vinous): \u003cstrong\u003e91\u003c\/strong\u003e — \"A terrific introduction to the range... especially forward, open-knit Chardonnay.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJames Suckling: \u003cstrong\u003e94\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecanter: \u003cstrong\u003e93\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's often praised as expressive with great food-pairing potential (seafood, poultry, creamy cheeses, salads, or lighter dishes), and it should age gracefully for several years thanks to its acidity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Huneeus Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52537371590975,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7912\/6079\/files\/prod_image1_8174.png?v=1774562932","url":"https:\/\/munkmafia.com\/products\/flowers-chardonnay-sonoma-coast-2024-750ml","provider":"Munk Mafia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}