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White Wines Au Bon Climat Exotic White 2022 'Hildegard' Santa Maria Valley
White Wines Au Bon Climat Exotic White 2022 'Hildegard' Santa Maria ValleyAu Bon Climat Exotic White 2022 'Hildegard' Santa Maria Valley
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NOTES: Chardonnay was not always planted in the Corton Charlemagne wine region of France. During the reign of King Charlemagne it is believed Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligote' were the three main white varietals. This intrigued Jim Clendenen to a degree that in 1998, Au Bon Climat created its first Hildegard blend, named after Charlemagne's wife.
A wine named after an Empress has to be exquisite. Hildegard is a salute to the history of Burgundy and to Hildegard's husband Charlemagne, the King of the Franks. During Charlemagne's rule in the early 800s the importance of wine and viticulture exploded. Since the first vintage in 1998, Hildegard is a Burgundian-minded, masterful blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligote' that is fermented and aged in new Francois Freres French oak barrels. By combining these three lesser known varietals, and giving it all the care it needs, the whole is more than the sum of its parts. The wine that seems more like a top-notch Chardonnay with a fruit driven profile. It is a special wine with its own unique character.
TASTING NOTES: Intricate aromas of floral jasmine and cherry blossom harmoniously intertwined with a comforting palate of warm nutmeg and lemon cream. Upon aeration, hints of citron and kumquat emerge, adding depth to the experience. The palate reveals creamy layers of pie crust and macadamia nut, perfectly balanced by the wine's tight acidity and minerality.
VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 50% Pinot Gris, 45% Pinot Blanc, 5% Aligote'.
