COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Diora
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Diora La Splendeur du Soleil Chardonnay 2022 is a white wine from Delicato Family Vineyards, hailing from the Monterey region of California. The brand name 'Diora' is inspired by the French term 'd'or,' meaning golden, reflecting the golden hills of the Santa Lucia Mountain Range where their vineyards are situated. Delicato Family Wines has a long-standing relationship with the San Bernabe estate vineyard, having purchased it in 1988. The grapes for this Chardonnay are sourced from both the San Bernabe estate vineyard and the Santa Lucia Highlands vineyard, benefiting from the coastal breezes of Monterey Bay.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Diora's name is inspired by the French word 'd'or', meaning golden.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located near the Santa Lucia Mountain Range.
Fact 03
The wine is a blend from two key estate vineyards.
Fact 04
A significant portion of oak used is new French oak.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Diora La Splendeur du Soleil Chardonnay 2022 is produced using Chardonnay grapes from Monterey, California. The winemaking process involves fermentation entirely in French oak barrels, with a significant percentage of these being new or once-used. This oak aging is a key technique that contributes to the wine's character and texture. The wine benefits from the unique climate of the Monterey region, influenced by coastal breezes from Monterey Bay.
