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We have four different wines from which to choose. |
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Chardonnay,
one of the most widely-planted of the world's grape varieties. The principal grape in many
Bordeaux wines, Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in most of the world's wine regions, although it
requires a long growing season to ripen properly and gives low yields. The particularly thick
skin of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape results in wines that can be high in tannin which provides
both structure and ageability. As a group, Cabernet Sauvignon wines are generally full-flavored,
with a smooth and lingering finish.
Merlot
is a red wine grape that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. Merlot-based
wines usually have medium body with hints of berry, plum, and currant. Its softness and "fleshiness",
combined with its earlier ripening, makes Merlot an ideal grape to blend with the sterner,
later-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon. This flexibility has helped to make it one of the most popular
red wine varietals in the United States and Chile.
Chardonnay
is the primary white wine grape of the Bourgogne region of France. It is believed to be named
after the village of Chardonnay in the Māconnais region of France. The name is a derivative of
Cardonnacum, a Latin language term to denote an area with thistles. Part of the attraction of
Chardonnay, for wine makers and lovers alike, is its versatility.
We offer two different Chardonnays.
Aged in Oak: In the U.S., it is often made using full malolactic fermentation to soften the
acidity and some oak handling. When aged with oak, Chardonnay can acquire a smokey, vanilla, caramel,
and butter aroma.
Stainless: Without oak, Chardonnay generally produces a soft wine, often with fruity flavors.