2022 La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, California

This wine is a beautiful, vibrant gold in the glass, conveying delicate floral aromatics on the nose. On the palate, very ripe pear, marzipan and sweet cinnamon emerge. There’s also a potent, perfumy dried-floral component that some drinkers will love.

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Appealing for how all of its pieces fit together, offering notes of salted butterscotch, peach preserves, mango and orange blossoms, with a thread of baking spices. Shows vibrant acidity and a seamless texture on a generous frame. 

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La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is an elegant cool-climate white wine that highlights the coastal influence of California’s renowned Sonoma Coast. Known for its foggy mornings, sunny afternoons, and cooling breezes from the Pacific Ocean, this region produces Chardonnay with vibrant fruit, balanced acidity, and a distinctive mineral character. La Crema, celebrated for its focus on cool-climate wines, brings out the unique personality of the Sonoma Coast with a style that is both expressive and refined.

Golden straw in color, the wine opens with aromas of lemon curd, green apple, and white peach, layered with hints of toasted almond, vanilla, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is rich and beautifully balanced, offering flavors of ripe pear, citrus, and baked apple. A creamy texture from lees aging is complemented by bright acidity, while a touch of oak imparts depth and warmth without overpowering the fruit. The finish is long and fresh, with lingering notes of lemon zest and a whisper of butterscotch.

This Chardonnay pairs perfectly with seared scallops, roasted chicken, and grilled salmon. Its richness and vibrancy also make it a great match for lobster, creamy pasta dishes, and soft cheeses like Brie and Camembert. Enjoyable now, it can develop further complexity over the next 3–5 years.

La Crema’s dedication to showcasing cool-climate vineyards and crafting wines with balance and texture has made its Sonoma Coast Chardonnay a benchmark for the region.