Founders' Estate Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years of vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character and vibrant acidity.
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Pan-seared salmon, roasted chicken with herbs, or creamy pasta dishes like fettuccine Alfredo.
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Beringer Vineyards holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating winery in Napa Valley, established in 1876 by German brothers Jacob and Frederick Beringer. The Founders' Estate line pays homage to this pioneering legacy. Crafted primarily from Chardonnay grapes sourced from select vineyards across California's premier growing regions, this wine is designed to showcase a classic, approachable California style. To achieve its signature balance of bright fruit and rich texture, the winemakers utilize a combination of stainless steel fermentation to preserve vibrant citrus and stone fruit flavors, alongside partial malolactic fermentation and aging on seasoned French and American oak to introduce subtle notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a creamy mouthfeel.
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Founded in 1876 by German brothers Jacob and Frederick Beringer, Beringer Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in California's Napa Valley, located in the historic town of St. Helena. Renowned for its pioneering gravity-fed stone winery and historic hand-dug aging tunnels, the estate has spent nearly a century and a half perfecting its craft across exceptional Napa and Sonoma terroirs. Beringer is celebrated for its commitment to quality, notably exemplified by its flagship Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Private Reserve Chardonnay, alongside acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Bancroft Ranch. Today, the estate remains a benchmark of Napa Valley winemaking, blending rich heritage with a dedication to expressive, structured, and age-worthy wines.