This Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands is the proud successor to the previously renowned Sonoma County Chardonnay. In this new expression from the cool coastal Santa Lucia Highlands region, Coppola once again demonstrates its class, with a wealth of aromas, subtle oak notes, and an elegant, silky texture.
The grapes for this wine are grown in the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA, an area south of Monterey Bay where maritime influences create fresh breezes, morning mist, and gradual ripening. Thanks to this climate, the Chardonnay grapes develop deep concentration with refined acidity and impressive aromatic expression.
This wine is made from 100% Chardonnay . The majority of the blend is aged for nine months in French and Hungarian oak barrels . This careful aging gives the wine a subtle, integrated oak note and a creamy texture that perfectly complements the fresh fruit notes.
This wine pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or pork chops , but also with monkfish, scallops, or crab salad . Serve this Chardonnay between 12 and 16°C to get the most out of every sip.
2022 Vintage – Gold, Mundus Vini
