Bernardus
Monterey County, California
Taste a Burgundian Chardonnay from beautiful Monterey.
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Bernardus
Chardonnay
This Monterey County Chardonnay is assembled from specially selected vineyards, primarily in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands appellations. Each selected vineyard contributes unique aromas and flavors, creating a Chardonnay of extraordinary character and finesse. Bernardus follows traditional Burgundian methods to create a Chardonnay of the highest quality. At harvest, all of the grapes are handpicked after careful evaluation for ripeness. The grapes are then very gently pressed to obtain the highest quality juice. This is then transferred to small oak barrels for fermentation. All barrels undergo malolactic fermentation and are hand-stirred every two weeks until shortly before blending and bottling.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due toABOUT THIS WINE
Bernardus
Chardonnay
This Monterey County Chardonnay is assembled from specially selected vineyards, primarily in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands appellations. Each selected vineyard contributes unique aromas and flavors, creating a Chardonnay of extraordinary character and finesse. Bernardus follows traditional Burgundian methods to create a Chardonnay of the highest quality. At harvest, all of the grapes are handpicked after careful evaluation for ripeness. The grapes are then very gently pressed to obtain the highest quality juice. This is then transferred to small oak barrels for fermentation. All barrels undergo malolactic fermentation and are hand-stirred every two weeks until shortly before blending and bottling.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to
WINE REGION:
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
WINE REGION
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Fresh Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Fresh Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Fresh Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Fresh Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
TASTING NOTES:
Caramel
Tropical Fruit
Peach
This wine has aromas of peach and lychee that play off of caramel and toasty oak. The palate is rich and highly focused, with even more vibrant tropical fruit and citrus flavors. The crisp acidity keeps you coming back for more.
TASTING NOTES
Caramel
Tropical Fruit
Peach
This wine has aromas of peach and lychee that play off of caramel and toasty oak. The palate is rich and highly focused, with even more vibrant tropical fruit and citrus flavors. The crisp acidity keeps you coming back for more.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Bernardus
Widely traveled and endowed with impeccable taste, Bernardus (Ben) Pon could have chosen anywhere in the world to establish his namesake Bernardus Winery, with the intention of cultivating premier class wines. He selected Carmel Valley, with its west-facing orientation, hot days and chilly nights, and stunning beauty, confident his vineyards there could produce wines to rival the greatest on the globe. More than a quarter-century later, he accomplished that not only with his estate Bordeaux blend, called Marinus (after his middle name) but with a powerhouse portfolio of single-vineyard-designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Bernardus
Widely traveled and endowed with impeccable taste, Bernardus (Ben) Pon could have chosen anywhere in the world to establish his namesake Bernardus Winery, with the intention of cultivating premier class wines. He selected Carmel Valley, with its west-facing orientation, hot days and chilly nights, and stunning beauty, confident his vineyards there could produce wines to rival the greatest on the globe. More than a quarter-century later, he accomplished that not only with his estate Bordeaux blend, called Marinus (after his middle name) but with a powerhouse portfolio of single-vineyard-designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc.