Diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay
$26.99
- SKU:
- 504669
- Last Updated:
- 10/01/2026 08:13:00
- State / Region:
- CALIFORNIA
- Varietal:
- CHARDONNAY
- Color:
- WHITE
- Origin Classes:
- USA
- RR_BOPIS_Shipment:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_InStorePickup:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_CurbsidePickup:
- true
- Bacchus Price:
- 26.99
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- False
Diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay – Ultra-Pure & Mineral-Driven White Wine
Experience the riveting, electric energy of Diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay, a masterful California white wine crafted by legendary winemaker Greg Brewer. Built on a philosophy of "radical minimalism" and deliberate subtraction, this 100% estate-driven Chardonnay completely bypasses oak barrels and malolactic fermentation. Named after the diatomaceous earth—the ancient, fossilized plankton soils defining the oceanic terroir of Santa Barbara County—this expression captures the Chardonnay grape in its rawest, most unadulterated state. It is the ultimate benchmark wine for enthusiasts who crave pristine fruit, mouthwatering tension, and coastal precision.
Tasting Notes & Flavor Profile
- Aroma: An intensely focused and fragrant nose opening with lemon curd, Asian pear, pomelo, and citrus blossom, grounded by complex layers of wet sand minerality, fresh grass, and a sharp whiff of sea spray.
- Palate: Clean, crisp, and remarkably vibrant. The palate cuts like a laser, offering concentrated flavors of white peach, ripe quince, and lime zest. It strikes a mesmerizing balance between full-bodied texture and refreshing, light gold freshness.
- Finish: Exceedingly long, taut, and dry, leaving behind a signature saline, oyster-shell crunch and a lingering hint of minty herbs and lemon verbena.
Food Pairing Recommendations
Driven by an oceanic spine of bright acidity and salinity, Diatom Chardonnay behaves like a dream at the dinner table. It is a world-class match for freshly shucked oysters, ceviche, sashimi, and sushi rolls. It also effortlessly cuts through rich, savory profiles like grilled halibut, Dungeness crab legs dipped in butter, and citrus-infused roasted chicken.
Product Specifications
- Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
- Region: Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
- Winemaker: Greg Brewer
- Wine Type: Dry White Wine
- Body: Medium to full-bodied (with a sleek, crisp texture)
- Winemaking: 100% stainless steel fermented and aged for 6 months; no oak, no malolactic conversion
- Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 14.5%
