2014 Reserve Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay
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Today’s Quick Sip is Mer Soleil 2014 Reserve Chardonnay from the Santa Lucia Highlands, an appellation in Monterey, California, well-regarded for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Planted on hillside vineyards near the Monterey Bay, Mer Soleil, meaning sea and sun, reflects the setting where the grapes are grown. The Mer Soleil site was established in 1988 and is blessed with abundant sunshine and cooling maritime influences. Chardonnay, as many of you know, is made in several styles and can show a wide range of character. This example is no doubt on the riper side, heightened by oak aging, yet benefits from a firm underpinning of acidity that keeps everything fresh. For readers who find themselves in the ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) club, this selection may compel you to cancel your membership and enjoy Chardonnay again. This Chardonnay retails for $40 but can be found at Cork Exclusive for $27.99. Even better, free shipping is offered on any purchase of three or more bottles of wines or spirits. For further information and where you can find this wine, please see my tasting notes below.
Today’s Quick Sip is Mer Soleil 2014 Reserve Chardonnay from the Santa Lucia Highlands, an appellation in Monterey, California, well-regarded for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Planted on hillside vineyards near the Monterey Bay, Mer Soleil, meaning sea and sun, reflects the setting where the grapes are grown. The Mer Soleil site was established in 1988 and is blessed with abundant sunshine and cooling maritime influences. Chardonnay, as many of you know, is made in several styles and can show a wide range of character. This example is no doubt on the riper side, heightened by oak aging, yet benefits from a firm underpinning of acidity that keeps everything fresh. For readers who find themselves in the ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) club, this selection may compel you to cancel your membership and enjoy Chardonnay again. This Chardonnay retails for $40 but can be found at Cork Exclusive for $27.99. Even better, free shipping is offered on any purchase of three or more bottles of wines or spirits. For further information and where you can find this wine, please see my tasting notes below.
