Holy cow is it hot, I’m not sure how much use we’ll get out of our backyard this summer. Good thing I have some great summer whites to sip on. Last night we melted while drinking J. Lohr’s Arroy Seco Chardonnay 2008 and I do mean melted, this wine was simply fabulous.
The color in the glass is a pale yellow, aromas are filled with floral, honeysuckle and perfumed jasmine. Complex herbal tones, toasted almonds and honey flavors with well balanced acidity make this pure sex in a glass.
In the late 60’s, Central Coast viticulture was still relatively unheard of but all changed with the arrival of Jerry Lohr. Raised on a South Dakota farm, Jerry came to California with the intent of growing grapes. With his agricultural background and knowledge of soil and climate, Jerry Lohr settled in the Central Coast region. Central Coast suited grape growing well due to its long growing season, allowing the grape flavors to mature on the vine versus in a barrel.
The Arryo Seco appellation of Monterey County was the choice for his first vineyard but soon expanded into Paso Robles. Today J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines boasts more than 900 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in Monterey County.
Arroyo Seco Chardonnay has been added to my list of go to summer wines and is on the list to take to Key West in July. It may be hotter than you know what but for now the Koi fish are eating, birds are singing and I’ll just have to keep my water mister close at hand, along with a can of mosquito repellant.
The color in the glass is a pale yellow, aromas are filled with floral, honeysuckle and perfumed jasmine. Complex herbal tones, toasted almonds and honey flavors with well balanced acidity make this pure sex in a glass.
In the late 60’s, Central Coast viticulture was still relatively unheard of but all changed with the arrival of Jerry Lohr. Raised on a South Dakota farm, Jerry came to California with the intent of growing grapes. With his agricultural background and knowledge of soil and climate, Jerry Lohr settled in the Central Coast region. Central Coast suited grape growing well due to its long growing season, allowing the grape flavors to mature on the vine versus in a barrel.
The Arryo Seco appellation of Monterey County was the choice for his first vineyard but soon expanded into Paso Robles. Today J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines boasts more than 900 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in Monterey County.
Arroyo Seco Chardonnay has been added to my list of go to summer wines and is on the list to take to Key West in July. It may be hotter than you know what but for now the Koi fish are eating, birds are singing and I’ll just have to keep my water mister close at hand, along with a can of mosquito repellant.
My rating - 
Too good to put down
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