Stags Leap Wine Cellars 'Karia' Chardonnay 2012 babo Hand plunged and basket pressed

Hand plunged and basket pressed at dryness

utilizing full French oak maturation our Ingram Pinot Noir display rich varietal characters on the nose

After that

It then rests in bottle for nine months before release four years after the harvest

long and lingering

Stags Leap Wine Cellars 'Karia' Chardonnay 2012 babo Hand plunged and basket pressedThis graceful Chardonnay opens with aromas of pear and apple along with a subtle spice note. The wine has a soft entry and crisp finish with hints of vanilla. There is a nice balance to the acidity and minerality that enhances the freshness and elegance of this wine. Try pairing this medium bodied Chardonnay with seared scallops with lemon zest, Dungeness crab cakes, or roast chicken.