{"product_id":"sanford-santa-rita-hills-chardonnay-2021-750ml","title":"Sanford Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay 2023 750ml","description":"\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanford Winery is one of Santa Barbara County's pioneering estates, with deep roots in the Santa Rita Hills AVA — a cool, wind-swept corridor that produces some of California's most compelling Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage is crafted under the direction of winemaker Trey Fletcher, whose minimal-intervention philosophy allows the vineyard's natural character to lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 pts — Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Composed primarily of young vines from La Rinconada planted in heavier soils, the 2023 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills is pure, floral and orchard fruit-driven, with a seamless, lifted palate that boasts remarkable textural precision and a chalky, high-toned finish.\" (Vintage 2023).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 pts — Vinous:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The 2023 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills) is a soft, gentle white that speaks in hushed tones — very elegant and approachable. White flowers, chamomile and pear are some of the notes that emerge with air, all motivated by saline-tinged acids.\" (Vintage 2023). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright and aromatic on the nose with grilled lemon, dried flowers, and chamomile. The palate is silky and intensely mineral, with orchard fruit precision and a chalky, high-toned finish. Saline-tinged acidity keeps the wine fresh and lifted throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural match for shellfish, oysters, sushi, light seafood dishes, and fresh appetizers. Also lovely alongside roasted chicken or soft cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMeet the Winemaker — Trey Fletcher\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrey believes the vineyard and its farming are the cornerstone of wine quality. With eight years at Bien Nacido Vineyards and experience at Littorai Wines and in Napa Valley, he brings a seasoned, terroir-driven approach to every vintage at Sanford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant, mineral-driven white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47112449491227,"sku":"P13772","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/se7wel6fvh5alyo0kv35.jpg?v=1769965130","url":"https:\/\/67wino.shop\/products\/sanford-santa-rita-hills-chardonnay-2021-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}