Sbragia Limited-Release Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, when its opulent fruit and rich oak integration are in perfect harmony.
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Pan-seared sea scallops with lemon-herb butter, roasted chicken with a wild mushroom cream sauce, or classic lobster thermidor.
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Crafted as a tribute to the legendary winemaker Ed Sbragia, who defined the bold, opulent style of California Chardonnay during his decades-long tenure at Beringer, this Limited-Release Chardonnay is a masterclass in rich, barrel-fermented white wine. Sourced primarily from the exceptional terroir of the Gamble Ranch in Oakville, Napa Valley, the grapes benefit from warm daytime temperatures tempered by cool evening breezes and morning fog. This climate allows the Chardonnay grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while maintaining essential acidity. In the cellar, the wine undergoes traditional barrel fermentation in French oak barrels, followed by complete malolactic fermentation and extensive sur lie aging with regular stirring. This meticulous process imparts a signature creamy texture, complex notes of toasted brioche, hazelnut, and vanilla, beautifully integrated with lush tropical fruit and ripe pear flavors.
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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.