Groth Chardonnay
- SKU:
- 548014
- Last Updated:
- 12/04/2024 19:49:02
- State / Region:
- CALIFORNIA
- Varietal:
- CHARDONNAY
- Color:
- WHITE
- Origin Classes:
- USA
- RR_BOPIS_Shipment:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_InStorePickup:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_CurbsidePickup:
- true
- Bacchus Price:
- 64.99
- Bacchus Product:
- False
Long, cool fermentation in a mixture of old and new
barrels gives our Chardonnay layers of fruitiness and complexity that result in a
wine that is very enjoyable when young or after several years of bottle age. This
method of fermentation, in conjunction with whole cluster pressing and \"sur lie\"
aging add layers of toastiness and creaminess to the wine. Together these
components meld together harmoniously to create a balanced wine that is both
lively and rich in aroma and flavor.
Menu suggestion: Seared Halibut or any shellfish is a natural with this crisp, well
balanced wine. I like to serve the Halibut on a bed of couscous with a saffronfennel
broth. Kimball Jones, Culinary Director
Region Description
This tiny strip of land just north of San Francisco is home to America’s most prestigious wineries. Its climate is ideal for viticulture. Ironically, it was deemed too ideal for some vintners, who have moved their vineyards from the valley’s flat plain to the hills in the east and west, adhering to the idea that grapes that struggle to grow yield better wine. The climate, soil, and individual wineries are enormously varied, so it’s impossible to identify a singular trait of Napa wines. In addition, nearly every noble grape is grown here, although Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon are the primary grapes. In the past, Napa’s wines have alternated between extremely fruity and fat to lean and subtle. Today the best Napa wines have achieved a balance between these extremes. Many are made to be drunk young and have abundant ripe fruit; others can be initially hard and tannic, but soften over four or five years to perfumed, cedary fruit. White Napa wines are excellent with fresh-grilled fish and chicken, but can also cope with more spicy and creamy flavors. Many Napa reds will overwhelm delicate cuisine, but rich red meat and cheeses do make good companions.