Lux Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
creamy lobster fettuccine, roasted chicken with herbs, pan-seared sea scallops
✨ Technical Specifications
The Cooper's Hawk Lux Chardonnay represents the winery's premium tier, showcasing an elevated expression of California's classic white grape. Sourced from prestigious, cool-climate vineyards across California where morning fog and maritime breezes allow for slow, even ripening, this wine is crafted to capture both vibrant acidity and rich complexity. Utilizing traditional winemaking techniques, the juice undergoes barrel fermentation and extensive sur lie aging in French oak barrels, accompanied by regular stirring (battonage) and partial malolactic fermentation. This meticulous process coaxes out a luxurious, creamy texture and a sophisticated flavor profile defined by baked yellow apple, lemon curd, toasted brioche, and warm vanilla spice, echoing the classic, opulent California Chardonnay style.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants has evolved into one of the United States' most expansive winery and hospitality concepts, headquartered in Downers Grove. The producer operates on an innovative model of globally sourcing premium fruit from esteemed vineyards in California, Italy, Spain, and Australia, while centralizing winemaking, blending, and barrel aging in Illinois. Their cellar philosophy prioritizes approachable, food-friendly, and balanced wines crafted to complement diverse culinary experiences. Cooper's Hawk is widely recognized for its extensive wine club selections and diverse portfolio, highlighted by proprietary red blends like the Camille series, Barrel Reserve, and Old Vine Zinfandel, as well as classic varietals and vibrant sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14.5%