{"product_id":"au-bon-climat-sanford-benedict-chardonnay-etats-unis","title":"Au Bon Climat - Sanford \u0026 Benedict Chardonnay - 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eSanford \u0026amp; Benedict Chardonnay comes from the renowned Sanford \u0026amp; Benedict vineyard, nestled in the cool Santa Rita Hills, in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, California. Planted on hillsides exposed to Pacific ocean breezes, the vines benefit from a cool and windy climate that promotes slow and complete ripening. The soils, a mix of shale, sandstone, and marine deposits, impart a natural tension and distinct mineral expression to the wine, emblematic of this historic coastal terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for this Chardonnay are harvested at perfect ripeness, then gently whole-cluster pressed before light settling. Fermentation proceeds slowly in oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new oak, and complete malolactic fermentation to contribute roundness and complexity. Aging continues on fine lees in barrels, with periodic bâtonnage, to develop texture, aromatic richness, and length on the palate, while preserving the characteristic freshness of the Sanford \u0026amp; Benedict terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine reveals notes of \u003cstrong\u003eripe stone fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efresh citrus\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edelicate tropical fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by \u003cstrong\u003efloral touches\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003espicy nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003evanilla and toasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e character from barrel aging. On the palate, the texture is ample and silky, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003evibrant acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that balances the richness, with a chalky texture and a long, \u003cstrong\u003emineral\u003c\/strong\u003e, and slightly saline finish that prolongs the flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin du Monde","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":57384087519580,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Set of 2 bottles (75cl)","offer_id":57384087552348,"sku":null,"price":158.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/0032\/0643\/files\/chyhv12d-1759957747020.png?v=1776497122","url":"https:\/\/www.lebaroudeurduvin.com\/en\/products\/au-bon-climat-sanford-benedict-chardonnay-usa","provider":"Le Baroudeur du Vin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}