Talbott Vineyards Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay is a resplendent Californian wine crafted with meticulous care. This enticing Chardonnay draws anyone in with its brilliant golden hue, indicative of its quality. The palate is seduced by rich, mouth-filling layers of vibrant apple and pear flavours, rounded off with subtle oak and mineral undertones. Sublime aromas of white flowers and vanilla add to its complex profile. It’s medium-bodied, with an elegant acidity that imparts a lingering, refreshing finish. Perfect for indulgent evenings or to accompany a sophisticated meal, it's a standout wine from a respected estate.

Tasting Notes

The 2018 Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay is a bright, elegant expression of the acclaimed Sleepy Hollow Vineyards. Drawn from our favorite blocks, our Chardonnay is opulent with nimble details. Aromas of fresh-sliced Pink Lady apple lift from the glass, delivering hints of juicy pineapple and pear with caramelized brown sugar. Ripe notes of tropical fruit reveal excellent texture and mouthfeel. This wine finishes unctuous and decadent with excellent acidity that is nimble and refreshing on the palate.

About the Winery

Nestled in the verdant landscapes of Carmel Valley, California, Talbott Vineyards is a winery par excellence. It holds enormous accolades as a premium producer of abidingly scrumptious, Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Considering the length and breadth of its nearly 550 owned hectares of vineyards, Talbott unequivocally sits amongst the majors in the Californian winemaking scene.

Riff-raff is not a phrase you would associate with this esteemed establishment, renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to quality. Each of their wines carries a unique stamp, be it the Kali Hart, Logan or the sought-after Sleepy Hollow Vineyard range. The excellence of their wines can be attributed to the distinct terroir, painstakingly tended vineyards, and the uncompromising artisanship that occurs in the winery.

Visitors invariably fall in love with Talbott’s tasting room Coddled with delicate wooden interiors, and reminiscent of an inviting countryside inn, the tasting room is a beacon of warmth and congeniality. Here, wine connoisseurs, romantic couples and enthusiasts alike can find solace sampling the distinguished offerings, paired thoughtfully with a selection of local artisanal cheeses. Beyond this, the vineyard boasts a salubrious outdoor picnic area, rendering a serene backdrop for those poised to appreciate the delectable treasury of wines.

The affability and competence of Talbott’s staff further underscore the venue’s prodigious reputation: they seamlessly guide and inform visitors about the winery's rich history, the winemaking process, and the individual character of their wines; it's a captivating narrative which enlivens the wine-drinking experience,

Simply put, a visit to Talbott Vineyards is not simply a wine-tasting adventure. It's an immersive journey; a testament to the timeless grace of nature’s bounty, the brilliance of human creativity and the inimitable allure of a well-crafted wine.

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