Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARCADIA ESTATE Chardonnay Napa Valley California
Where it's from:
USA, California, Napa Valley
Price per case:
£364.72
Bottles per case:
12 x 75 cl
Style:
Rich Dry Whites
Description:
Founded in 1972 by Warren and Barbara Winiarski, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars produces wines it describes as ‘classical’. The now legendary 1976 Paris Tasting at which the 1973 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon triumphed over the cream of Bordeaux, propelled the estate into the pre-eminent position it still retains today. Arcadias vivid perfume, elegant balance, and bright acidity are all evident in this great Chardonnay. The characteristic bouquet of jasmine tea is accented with a hint of candied lemon zest, while in the mouth there’s bright apple and citrus flavours, a slightly creamy texture, and a signature flinty note. Smooth yet crisp, the wine offers great purity of flavour all the way through the lingering finish, which is accented with hints of vanilla and biscuit. (12 x 75 cl)
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Stag's Leap WineCellars KARIA Chardonnay Napa Valley California
Description: Founded in 1972 by Warren and Barbara Winiarski, Stag’s Leap WineCellars produces wines it describes as ‘classical’. The now legendary 1976 Paris Tasting at which the 1973 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon triumphed over the cream of Bordeaux, propelled the estate into the pre-eminent position it still retains today. The Napa Valley Chardonnay is a blend of fruit from the B.R.V. and Arcadia Estate Vineyards and from select vineyards in the cool Carneros district of Napa Valley. Fruit from the Arcadia Vineyard contributes crisp acidity and a mineral core, while B.R.V. adds richness. Fruit from the Carneros properties provides the tropical fruit and spiciness that the region is known for. The predominant impression given by the wine is that of deftness and balance, with bright acidity supporting ripe fruit flavours and subtle oak tones. The Napa Valley Chardonnay exhibits beguiling aromas of light toast, white flower blossoms, essence of gala apples, pear and apricots, interwoven with hints of lemon zest, vanilla and creme brulee. The aromas carry over on the palate with tones of white peach, lemon zest, lychee nut, pear and vanilla. The wine is refreshing, light and graceful on the palate, with creamy notes on entry and a crisp, well balanced mid-palate, finishing with excellent length, spiciness, balanced oak flavours and a hint of vanilla. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £274.48
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Stag's Leap WineCellars Sauvignon Blanc Napa Vally California
Description: Founded in 1972 by Warren and Barbara Winiarski, Stag’s Leap WineCellars produces wines it describes as ‘classical’. The now legendary 1976 Paris Tasting at which the 1973 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon triumphed over the cream of Bordeaux, propelled the estate into the pre-eminent position it still retains today. Stag’s Leap WineCellars B.R.V., the estate vineyard on Big Ranch Road, contributes the majority of fruit to this blend, supplemented by grapes from the Rancho Chimiles Vineyard of Terrence Wilson, and other select Napa Valley growers. Once in the winery this Sauvignon, with a little Semillon spent 6 months ageing sur lies before release. A delicate perfume of lemon, pear, and honeysuckle introduce this wine’s sophisticated charm while subtle notes of pineapple, tangerine, and lemongrass weave their way through the glass. On first taste, flavours of passion fruit and mandarin orange are tinged by flinty mineral tones and refreshing acidity. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £228.53
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Stag's Leap WineCellars HAWK CREST Chardonnay California
Description: Hawk Crest is the companion brand or 'house wine' of Stag's Leap WineCellars. Representing fine quality Hawk Crest wines have been handcrafted by the Winiarski family in the Napa Valley since 1974. Hawk Crest consistently delivers distinctive, balanced and approachable wines that are ready to enjoy upon release and will continue to improve with age. Ripe fruit, spicy French oak and the creamy effects of a malolactic fermentation give way to a piquant lemony notes in a lingering finish. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £138.07
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Stag's Leap WineCellars Merlot Napa Valley California
Description: Founded in 1972 by Warren and Barbara Winiarski, Stag’s Leap WineCellars produces wines it describes as ‘classical’. The now legendary 1976 Paris Tasting at which the 1973 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon triumphed over the cream of Bordeaux, propelled the estate into the pre-eminent position it still retains today. Clove, hints of tea-leaf and wild strawberry on the nose, supple tannins and black cherry flavours on the palate with a rich finish. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £316.04
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Duck Pond CellarsChardonnay Columbia Valley Washington State
Description: Founded in 1993, Duck Pond Cellars owns and operates 820 acres of vineyards in the valleys of northern Oregon and slopes of eastern Washington. Growing in these diverse climates allows Duck Pond Cellars to produce the best quality fruit for a wide selection of wines. Full of zesty and fruity flavours such as grapefruit and pineapple, this white wine reflects the warm sunny weather of the Columbia Valley. Showing a clean finish and bright acidity this pale coloured Chardonnay is a wine to enjoy. The grapes come from the Desert Wind Vineyard located in Eastern Washington on the Wahluke Slope. This site is considered a zone 3, the hottest in the Columbia Valley and the grapes are grown on the 480-acre vineyard in a southern facing block with a 2% down hill slope. The soil is very shallow and rocky and the vines are irrigated with an underground drip system. Double catch wires are used to increase air circulation during the growing season. Leaf pulling and cluster thinning are important steps in aiding the ripening of the grapes. . (12 x 75 cl) Price: £138.07
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Chateau Sainte Michelle STIMSON ESTATECELLARSChardonnay Washington
Description: Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington state's oldest winery are behind Stimson EstateCellars. The wines are crafted from ripe, flavourful grapes from vineyards in the Columbia Valley in eastern Washington state. These prime eastern Washington vineyards lie at the same northerly latitude as France's renowned wine regions, as well as providing more hours of grape-maturing sunlight during the growing season than in southern vineyards. The vineyards are located between two coastal mountain ranges and provide ample protection from western Washington's cool, wet weather, yielding over 300 days of sunshine and less than ten inches of rain per year. The warm, sunny days and cool nights during the growing season create ideal conditions for producing grapes with intense aromas and flavours. This mouth-filling, juicy Chardonnay is loaded with ripe, intense fruit character with tropical nuances. Malolactic fermentation and sur lie ageing contribute creaminess and a lingering finish that make this a Chardonnay to enjoy. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £87.95
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