Spectacular 93 Pt (DE) Stainless Steel Chard!

STUNNING STAINLESS STEEL CHARDONNAY

“Familia Torres, one of the most admired wine brands in the world, was established in 1870 by a family that believes caring for the earth brings them continued success. Marimar Torres was working as the export director for her family’s wines when she moved to California and slowly started her own vineyard in Sonoma County. Today, we have the simply gorgeous 93 point 2019 Marimar Estate Chardonnay Acero Don Miguel Vineyard. It's 100% stainless steel fermentation, so this Chardonnay sees no oak – all you get is the clean impressive flavors of the grapes. It has a very European style, with a lovely creamy texture, set off with orchard fruit flavors. It's bright, crisp and just beautifully balanced. Our price is only $21.99 when you stock up - that's 35% off the winery price and the lowest price on the West Coast! The holidays are the perfect time to enjoy this delicious Chardonnay!” – Glen Knight, The Wine House

Remember: The Wine House has you covered for the holidays! You can shop online 24/7 for wines, premium spirits, beers, sakes, classes & events, glassware and other select accessories for enjoying your wines. The Wine House is open for walk-in customers and curbside pickup is available between 11AM and 6PM. Our store holiday hours will be 11AM to 7PM beginning Monday, December 6 until Wednesday, December 23. We will close at 5PM on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

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93 Points: “'Acero' is the Spanish word for 'steel' and indicates that this Chardonnay, from winemaker Marimar Torres, is unoaked. A fresh style with harmonious orchard fruit and yellow citrus aromas. The palate is well balanced, with lively acidity that cuts through sweet lemon fruit, savory tones and some creaminess that persists through to a rich but clean finish, with a touch of grapefruit pith and dry spice. Drinking Window: 2020 – 2024.” – Julie Sheppard, Decanter (September 2019)

91 Points: “The producer's unoaked white is cloudy and reductive at first, with an oily texture. Peach, apricot and apple blossom come to the fore around aromas of jasmine and bright, crisp acidity, finishing on a wet stone accent.” – Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast (September 2021)

FROM THE WINERY

Wine Profile

Tasting Notes: Expansive aromas of green apple, lemon zest and subtle floral notes of jasmine, with notes of spice reminiscent of nutmeg. Creamy on the palate, intense but smooth, with perfect acid balance and refreshing minerality reminiscent of wet stones. Easy to drink and perfect with foods like tapas, seafood and light dishes. I would recommend serving it at 46-48 F.

Vineyard Notes: The Don Miguel Vineyard: Named after the late patriarch of the Torres family, this vineyard is located in the Green Valley — the coolest, foggiest region of the Russian River, only ten miles from the Pacific. The European-style high density of over 2,000 vines per acre provides low yields and requires intensive labor; but the vines live longer and the grapes acquire better balance and greater concentration, as well as more elegance and finesse than with the traditional low density. The clones we used for this vintage of Acero are 54% See, 30% Rued and 16% Spring Mountain

Production Notes: The grapes were harvested September 16 - 28, gently whole-cluster pressed and cold fermented, using our own indigenous yeast, in stainless steel tanks at 55 degrees F. After completing the primary fermentation, the wine went through 100% malolactic fermentation in the same tank. It was bottled in April 2020.

Food Pairing Notes: Perfect with foods like tapas, seafood and light dishes.

Wine Specs
Vintage: 2019
Varietal: Chardonnay
Harvest Date: September 16 - 28 , 2019
Fermentation: Whole cluster pressed and cold fermented in stainless steel tanks.
Bottling Date: April 2020
Alcohol: % 13.5

UPDATED CURBSIDE PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS (AUGUST 2021):

1. Place your online order, select “curbside pickup” and the date you wish to pick up your order. You will receive several emails. The first will acknowledge receipt of your order, another will let you know that your order is ready for curbside pickup.

2. When your order is ready for curbside pickup, it will be at the front of the store. IMPORTANT! Due to space constraints, orders will only be held in the front of the store for curbside pickup for 3 days. After 3 days, they will be moved back to Will Call by the Customer Service Desk inside the store.

3. When picking up, pull up in front of the store. There is no need to call when you arrive at the store – just roll down your passenger window and let us know the name on the order. We will put your order in your vehicle. There is no need to step out of your vehicle.