Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands: A Sommelier's Take
Picked and noted by Michael Bottigliero, co-founder & lead sommelier, Bottles Nation
Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands is a full-bodied dry white wine made from Chardonnay, in USA, by Testarossa. Sommelier Michael Bottigliero has poured it at Bottles Nation tasting events. It tastes of Ripe stone fruit, creme brulee, hazelnut, baking spice and pairs well with Lobster, roast chicken and rich seafood.
Michael's take
“Ripe golden apple, creamy lemon curd, subtle toasted brioche, and rich, vibrant Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay depth.”
Tasting profile
- Type
- White
- Grape
- Chardonnay
- Country
- USA
- Producer
- Testarossa
- Body
- full-bodied
- Acidity
- Medium
- Tannin
- Low
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Oak
- Heavy oak
- Price
- $$$ · $25–50
What to eat with Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands
- Lobster
- roast chicken
- rich seafood
- brie
When to open it
- Dinner party
- special occasion
- gift bottle
Where to buy Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands
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Questions people ask
What does Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands taste like?
Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands is a full-bodied dry white wine with notes of Ripe stone fruit, creme brulee, hazelnut, baking spice. Acidity is medium, tannin is low and oak is heavy. Michael's note: Ripe golden apple, creamy lemon curd, subtle toasted brioche, and rich, vibrant Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay depth.
What food goes with Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands?
Michael pairs Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands with Lobster, roast chicken, rich seafood and brie. It works best for Dinner party, special occasion and gift bottle.
How much does Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands cost?
Testarossa Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands falls in Michael's $$$ · $25–50 tier. It's a widely available bottle you can find at ordinary wine shops; use the Wine-Searcher link on this page to see which stores near you carry it.
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