CYCLES GLADIATOR CHARDONNAY

Alcohol: 14.5 
Grape Variety: 100 % Chardonnay
Aging: 20% New French Oak
Region:  Central Coast, California, USA, APPELLATION: California (68% Monterey, 32% Paso Robles)
Food pairing: 
It pairs best with subtle spices and flavors. Try to match it with creamy, buttery flavors and soft textures. A good pair for a good Lobster or fettuccine Alfredo, Atlantic Sole and fried chicken. 
Recommended service temperature: 12-13°C (53-54°F)
Tasting Notes:

• Golden color in the glass.
  
• Aromas of stone fruit and golden apple, underscored by rich, toasted oak.
  
• Ripe, round tropical flavors of pineapple and mango are complimented by notes of vanilla and butter.

Wine Profile:
This vintage vintage saw a late harvest with great quality fruit. All grapes were taken directly to press as whole clusters, gently pressed into tanks, cold-settled, racked as clean juice, and fermented over a two-month period at very cool temperatures. Once primary fermentation was completed, select lots of the wine went through a complete secondary fermentation to add a rich, buttery component.

Wine Enthusiast ranks 87 points. This likable and well-balanced wine combines ripe pear and apple-cider flavors with hints of nutmeg and butter while an underlying tanginess keeps it tasting fresh. — Jim Gordon