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2012 North (Alban) Alban Estate Vineyard Chardonnay

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Latest Sale Price

October 3, 2021 - $46

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

Made in a full, rich and textured style, it offers up classic notes of white flowers, vanilla bean, brioche, licorice and distinct minerality to go with a serious, concentrated and even structured feel on the palate.

94Vinous / IWC

The style is rich, textured and opulent to the core, with fabulous balance.

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Edna Valley

Edna Valley AVA is within San Luis Obispo County, and within the large Central Coast AVA. Edna Valley became an AVA in 1982 and it includes 22,400 acres of extremely fertile land blessed with a long growing season. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are the principal grapes, though Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Albarino, Grenache, Viognier, Merlot and Petite Sirah also are grown. Spanish missionaries were growing grape vines in the Edna Valley in the 18th century, but the valley’s modern wine industry took off in the 1970s. Today there are more than 50 Edna Valley wineries.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.