# La Splendeur du Soleil Chardonnay (2022)

- **Producer:** Diora
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apricot, peach, lime, pineapple, honey, cloves, cream, vanilla, marshmallow, butter, almond, hazelnut

## About this wine

Diora La Splendeur du Soleil Chardonnay 2022 is a white wine from Delicato Family Vineyards, hailing from the Monterey region of California. The brand name 'Diora' is inspired by the French term 'd'or,' meaning golden, reflecting the golden hills of the Santa Lucia Mountain Range where their vineyards are situated. Delicato Family Wines has a long-standing relationship with the San Bernabe estate vineyard, having purchased it in 1988. The grapes for this Chardonnay are sourced from both the San Bernabe estate vineyard and the Santa Lucia Highlands vineyard, benefiting from the coastal breezes of Monterey Bay.

## Interesting facts

- Diora's name is inspired by the French word 'd'or', meaning golden.
- Vineyards are located near the Santa Lucia Mountain Range.
- The wine is a blend from two key estate vineyards.
- A significant portion of oak used is new French oak.

## Food pairing

The full body and creamy texture of this Chardonnay complement rich seafood and poultry dishes. Its subtle sweetness and fruit notes can balance the richness of butter and cream sauces, while its acidity provides a refreshing counterpoint to fatty ingredients.

## Wine making process

The Diora La Splendeur du Soleil Chardonnay 2022 is produced using Chardonnay grapes from Monterey, California. The winemaking process involves fermentation entirely in French oak barrels, with a significant percentage of these being new or once-used. This oak aging is a key technique that contributes to the wine's character and texture. The wine benefits from the unique climate of the Monterey region, influenced by coastal breezes from Monterey Bay.