Reviews & Ratings

2021 Au Bon Climat White Blends or Varietals "Hildegard"

Winery: Au Bon Climat

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Hildegard"

Wine Category: White Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 50% Pinot Gris, 45% Pinot Blanc & 5% Aligote

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Maria Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $40

Cases produced: 1,000

KWG Score: 93.2 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)

Review date: May 31, 2024

Wine Review: This pale white gold colored white blend from Au Bon Climat opens with a grilled pineapple, vanilla, and oak bouquet with hints of lime, pecan, and toffee. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, delicate, and fresh. The flavor profile is white peach and grilled pineapple with notes of coconut custard and oak. We also detected hints of quince and white tea. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity linger nicely. The Tasting Panel would pair this White Blend with Emeril's crab cakes. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: A regal white with minerality and complexity highlighting this luscious blend. Fig and melon notes from the Pinot Gris are joined by green apple and stone fruits from the Pinot Blanc. It is round and enticing with lovely floral oak in the finish. As it ages the texture and flavors will expand. Well-matched with foods that contain butter or cream such as scallop risotto or pasta Alfredo.

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