2022 Sebastiani Chardonnay

Italian immigrant Samuele Sebastiani came to California in the late 19th century and quickly became known in Sonoma for his quality wines using a wide range of internationally known grape varieties. The specialties for the area are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. But Sebastiani can also call itself the pioneer of Cabernet. The Sebastiani California Chardonnay comes from vineyards in California, in Lake County and Sonoma and is a blend of mainly Chardonnay with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc for some extra freshness. The grapes are harvested in the early morning to maintain maximum freshness. After pressing, the juice is fermented in stainless steel. The Sebastiani California Chardonnay has a light yellow color with aromas of apple, lemon and stone fruit on the nose. In the mouth the wine is full of flavor with notes of apple and citrus, but also refreshing acidity. Delicious with poached salmon and chicken in cream sauce.

ABOUT AVA NORTHERN COAST

From the rolling hills of the south to the giant redwood forests of the north, the North Coast's vineyards cover more than 3 million hectares, united by the climatic influence of creeping Pacific morning fog and coastal breezes. Home to one of the most temperate climates in California, this area includes most of the state's famous and celebrated wineries. The AVA consists of the famous areas north of San Francisco. Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Lake, Solano and Marin counties are found here, as well as the sub-appellations Russian River Valley, Stags Leap and Los Carneros. The area's finest wines are not labeled under the North Coast AVA. Instead, they are associated with specific AVA sub-designations. As such, the North Coast AVA wine style will be more of a generic California red, blending fruit from across the appellation. The climate, which is cooler than that of the Central Coast, produces fresher and more expressive Cabernet Sauvignon, bold Zinfandels, fine Pinot Noir, fruity Merlot, tropical Chardonnay and crisp Sauvignon Blancs.