Wines Sonoma Coast Flowers - Vineyard & Winery

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Flowers Cuvée Vineyard & Winery White hails from the scenic Sonoma Coast AVA in California. This non-vintage blend showcases the artistry and consistency of Flowers Winery, well-known for its cool-climate expressions. While the precise varietal composition isn’t listed, Sonoma Coast whites are often composed primarily of Chardonnay, sometimes blended with other varieties like Pinot Gris or Viognier. With a dry character, you can expect the wine to feature bright citrus and crisp orchard fruit on the palate, possibly underpinned by floral notes and a mineral-driven freshness. Flowers approaches winemaking with a focus on minimal intervention, often allowing for partial barrel fermentation and extensive lees contact. This yields wines with layered complexity, balancing purity of fruit with texture and elegance.

The Sonoma Coast AVA is a region renowned for its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, bringing cool breezes and frequent morning fog. This cool, maritime climate provides a long, gentle growing season, ideal for preserving acidity and allowing nuanced aromatic development in white grapes. The soils, a mix of well-drained sandstone and shale, further contribute to vibrancy and minerality in the wines. The area’s viticultural history is relatively young compared to the Old World, yet it’s quickly established itself as a benchmark for American Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Flowers, in particular, was among the pioneers of coastal, high-altitude viticulture in Sonoma, helping to define the region’s elegant and expressive style.

For food pairing, the crisp structure and subtle complexity of this white make it a versatile match. It’s excellent with seafood—think Dungeness crab, local oysters, or grilled halibut with a citrus beurre blanc sauce. West Coast seasonal fare like fresh goat cheese with herbed flatbread or a vibrant salad of avocado, arugula, and grapefruit highlights the wine’s refreshing acidity. You’ll also find this wine complements Asian-fusion dishes with lemongrass or ginger, as it cuts through spice and enhances bright flavors.

Serve this Sonoma Coast white well-chilled for the ideal experience. A temperature between 8 and 10°C brings out its pure aromatics and lively palate, ensuring a crisp, refreshing sip with every glass.