2023 Francis Ford Coppola Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands Diamond Collection

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Vintage | 2023 |
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Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
Drink window | 2025 - 2029 |
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Description
The wines of the Diamond Collection are made from grapes from California vineyards from both the coastal regions and the inland valleys. When paired well with the fruit from these selections (from the warmer valleys and cooler coasts) you get great and beautifully complex wines and this is certainly the reason why the Diamond Collection from Coppola is one of the most popular ranges of wines. The cool air of the Pacific flows in the afternoon into the valleys that run perpendicular to the ocean and deep inland. Monterey, the picturesque coastal town south of San Francisco, has such a beautiful cool valley. The fruit from this valley has a wonderfully ripe character, as well as a nice freshness.
The Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands Diamond Appellation Series, is made from grapes grown in the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA. Due to its proximity to Monterrey Bay, this area is characterized by strong maritime influences on temperature, wind and the presence of fog. These relatively cooler conditions that result from this ensure a slow, very even ripening process, which results in grapes with great concentration. The wine is aged for nine months in barrels of the highest quality French and Hungarian oak, which gives it a beautiful, subtle wood tone. The result is a rich, full-bodied wine with generous fruit aromas and a beautiful balance. On the nose aromas of apple, figs, crème brûlée and honeysuckle. On the taste, these are accompanied by notes of toasted bread and nuts. Silky smooth and with a persistent long elegant finish and a beautiful round structure.
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Grilled chicken with lemon and thyme
The juiciness of the chicken and the fresh citrus notes complement the fruity and slightly creamy character of the wine.Risotto with mushrooms and Parmesan cheese
The creamy texture of the risotto is enhanced by the soft wood influences of the Chardonnay, while the umami of the mushrooms gives the wine extra depth.Shrimp in garlic butter with parsley
The salty and creamy notes of the shrimp find a nice balance in the lively acids and subtle fat of the wine.Corn cakes with crème fraîche and chives
The slightly sweet corn and fresh topping go perfectly with the tropical fruit and soft spiciness of the wine.Linguine with lobster, lime and tarragon butter
The luxury of the lobster is supported by the roundness of the wine, while the lime and tarragon emphasise the fresh side.White asparagus with hollandaise sauce
The buttery sauce and mild bitters of the asparagus are beautifully framed by the vanilla tones and pure acidity of the Chardonnay.
ABOUT FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA
Francis Ford Coppola (Detroit, April 7, 1939) is an American director, film producer and screenwriter known for The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now and is considered one of the most important directors in Hollywood. In addition, Francis Ford Coppola has been active in wine growing and trading since the 1970s. In 1975, together with his wife, he bought the estate of the Finnish sea captain Gustave Niebaum in Rutherford, California (located in the famous wine region of Napa Valley) and the surrounding vineyards. That winery is now called the Rubicon Estate Winery. Coppola is also the owner of the Francis Ford Coppola Winery in the Sonoma Valley.
Winemaking has been a long-standing tradition in the Coppola family. Francis Ford Coppola has been making wine even longer than he has been directing films. Grandfather Coppola used to make wine in the cellars of their New York apartment from grapes that had been specially imported from California. The wines that Coppola makes today are no longer the same as those from the cellars in New York, but they are made with the same philosophy. Wines to drink with friends and family. The parent company of the Francis Ford Coppola Winery was named USA Wine Producer of the Year by the International Wine & Spirit Competition on November 16, 2011.
Specifications
Type of Wine | White |
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Country | USA |
Region | Californie |
Appellation | Monterey County |
Winery | Francis Ford Coppola Winery |
Grape | Chardonnay |
Biological certified | No |
Natural wine | No |
Vegan | No |
Vintage | 2023 |
Drinking as of | 2025 |
Drinking till | 2029 |
Alcohol % | 13.5 |
Alcohol free/low | No |
Content | 0.75 ltr |
Oak aging | Yes |
Sparkling | No |
Dessert wine | No |
Closure | Screw cap |
Promotion | Tier Price |
Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
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Where wine used to be the exclusive property of winegrowers, it has now also become the playground of celebrities with a passion for wine. Director Francis Ford Coppola, with great films to his name as Apocalypse Now, is a true wine lover. For him, the decision to buy a wine company in the renowned Napa Valley wine region was a logical consequence of this passion for wine. Actually, in 1975, Coppola was looking for a home for the summer months, where he could make some wine in the basement like his grandparents once did. Wine making has been a tradition in the Coppola family for several generations. Agostino Coppola, Francis Ford Coppola's grandfather, made wine in the basement of his New York apartment building. He used cement barrels that he had built himself.
In his search, Francis Coppola came across Inglenook, a special estate in Rutherford, the part of Napa Valley where cabernet sauvignon thrives. The Napa wine company, which produces wines from its own vineyards, was named after its most famous wine, the Rubicon, so it is now known as Rubicon Estate, a producer of absolute top wines. The other wines were housed in Geyserville, Sonoma County, at the Rosso & Bianco Winery. Since 2006 the wines have been made under the name Diamond Collection and Rosso & Bianco, of course as real Coppola wines, with the same high quality requirements. The introduction of this new winery, with all modern techniques, has brought an extra step forward in the quality of the wines under the Francis Ford Coppola Diamond label. This label works with grapes from all over the California coastal strip, where they are purchased from growers with long-term contracts to ensure solid, reliable quality. There is constant consultation between winemakers and growers to arrange all the details of the vineyard management and to determine the exact time for picking. Unlike Hollywood stars, Francis Ford Coppola's wines are by no means superficial: they are powerful, perfectly balanced, have a long finish and are pleasantly smooth. In 2001, the Francis Ford Coppola winery was awarded “Winery of the Year” (Wine & Spirits).
The wines of the Diamond Collection are made from grapes from California vineyards from both the coastal regions and the inland valleys. When paired well with the fruit from these selections (from the warmer valleys and cooler coasts) you get great and beautifully complex wines and this is certainly the reason why the Diamond Collection from Coppola is one of the most popular ranges of wines. The cool air of the Pacific flows in the afternoon into the valleys that run perpendicular to the ocean and deep inland. Monterey, the picturesque coastal town south of San Francisco, has such a beautiful cool valley. The fruit from this valley has a wonderfully ripe character, as well as a nice freshness.
The Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands Diamond Appellation Series, is made from grapes grown in the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA. Due to its proximity to Monterrey Bay, this area is characterized by strong maritime influences on temperature, wind and the presence of fog. These relatively cooler conditions that result from this ensure a slow, very even ripening process, which results in grapes with great concentration. The wine is aged for nine months in barrels of the highest quality French and Hungarian oak, which gives it a beautiful, subtle wood tone. The result is a rich, full-bodied wine with generous fruit aromas and a beautiful balance. On the nose aromas of apple, figs, crème brûlée and honeysuckle. On the taste, these are accompanied by notes of toasted bread and nuts. Silky smooth and with a persistent long elegant finish and a beautiful round structure.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Grilled chicken with lemon and thyme
The juiciness of the chicken and the fresh citrus notes complement the fruity and slightly creamy character of the wine.Risotto with mushrooms and Parmesan cheese
The creamy texture of the risotto is enhanced by the soft wood influences of the Chardonnay, while the umami of the mushrooms gives the wine extra depth.Shrimp in garlic butter with parsley
The salty and creamy notes of the shrimp find a nice balance in the lively acids and subtle fat of the wine.Corn cakes with crème fraîche and chives
The slightly sweet corn and fresh topping go perfectly with the tropical fruit and soft spiciness of the wine.Linguine with lobster, lime and tarragon butter
The luxury of the lobster is supported by the roundness of the wine, while the lime and tarragon emphasise the fresh side.White asparagus with hollandaise sauce
The buttery sauce and mild bitters of the asparagus are beautifully framed by the vanilla tones and pure acidity of the Chardonnay.
ABOUT FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA
Francis Ford Coppola (Detroit, April 7, 1939) is an American director, film producer and screenwriter known for The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now and is considered one of the most important directors in Hollywood. In addition, Francis Ford Coppola has been active in wine growing and trading since the 1970s. In 1975, together with his wife, he bought the estate of the Finnish sea captain Gustave Niebaum in Rutherford, California (located in the famous wine region of Napa Valley) and the surrounding vineyards. That winery is now called the Rubicon Estate Winery. Coppola is also the owner of the Francis Ford Coppola Winery in the Sonoma Valley.
Winemaking has been a long-standing tradition in the Coppola family. Francis Ford Coppola has been making wine even longer than he has been directing films. Grandfather Coppola used to make wine in the cellars of their New York apartment from grapes that had been specially imported from California. The wines that Coppola makes today are no longer the same as those from the cellars in New York, but they are made with the same philosophy. Wines to drink with friends and family. The parent company of the Francis Ford Coppola Winery was named USA Wine Producer of the Year by the International Wine & Spirit Competition on November 16, 2011.
Type of Wine | White |
---|---|
Country | USA |
Region | Californie |
Appellation | Monterey County |
Winery | Francis Ford Coppola Winery |
Grape | Chardonnay |
Biological certified | No |
Natural wine | No |
Vegan | No |
Vintage | 2023 |
Drinking as of | 2025 |
Drinking till | 2029 |
Alcohol % | 13.5 |
Alcohol free/low | No |
Content | 0.75 ltr |
Oak aging | Yes |
Sparkling | No |
Dessert wine | No |
Closure | Screw cap |
Promotion | Tier Price |
Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Where wine used to be the exclusive property of winegrowers, it has now also become the playground of celebrities with a passion for wine. Director Francis Ford Coppola, with great films to his name as Apocalypse Now, is a true wine lover. For him, the decision to buy a wine company in the renowned Napa Valley wine region was a logical consequence of this passion for wine. Actually, in 1975, Coppola was looking for a home for the summer months, where he could make some wine in the basement like his grandparents once did. Wine making has been a tradition in the Coppola family for several generations. Agostino Coppola, Francis Ford Coppola's grandfather, made wine in the basement of his New York apartment building. He used cement barrels that he had built himself.
In his search, Francis Coppola came across Inglenook, a special estate in Rutherford, the part of Napa Valley where cabernet sauvignon thrives. The Napa wine company, which produces wines from its own vineyards, was named after its most famous wine, the Rubicon, so it is now known as Rubicon Estate, a producer of absolute top wines. The other wines were housed in Geyserville, Sonoma County, at the Rosso & Bianco Winery. Since 2006 the wines have been made under the name Diamond Collection and Rosso & Bianco, of course as real Coppola wines, with the same high quality requirements. The introduction of this new winery, with all modern techniques, has brought an extra step forward in the quality of the wines under the Francis Ford Coppola Diamond label. This label works with grapes from all over the California coastal strip, where they are purchased from growers with long-term contracts to ensure solid, reliable quality. There is constant consultation between winemakers and growers to arrange all the details of the vineyard management and to determine the exact time for picking. Unlike Hollywood stars, Francis Ford Coppola's wines are by no means superficial: they are powerful, perfectly balanced, have a long finish and are pleasantly smooth. In 2001, the Francis Ford Coppola winery was awarded “Winery of the Year” (Wine & Spirits).