{"title":"Charles Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharles Smith is een van de bekendste wijnmakers uit Washington State. Hij begon zijn wijncarrière in 1999 in Walla Walla, nadat hij jarenlang als manager van rockbands in Europa had gewerkt. Zijn eerste wijn, K Syrah, maakte hij in een oplage van slechts 330 dozen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMet K Vintners groeide hij uit tot een invloedrijke wijnmaker, bekend om karaktervolle wijnen van onder andere Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon en Grenache. Later ontwikkelde hij ook bekende merken zoals Kung Fu Girl Riesling, Boom Boom! Syrah en The Velvet Devil Merlot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmith staat bekend om zijn moderne en eigenzinnige benadering van wijn, met opvallende etiketten en wijnen die vooral toegankelijk en expressief moeten zijn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeuk weetje\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZijn eerste wijn verkocht Charles Smith letterlijk vanuit de achterbak van zijn oude Chevrolet Astro.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"real-wine-chardonnay","title":"District 7 Estate Grown Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Note District 7 Estate Grown Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\"\u003eThe nose is refined and enticing, with aromas of ripe apple, peach, and tropical fruit, framed by notes of vanilla and toasted hazelnut. On the palate, the wine offers a harmonious balance between creamy fullness and lively freshness. The oak influence is subtly and elegantly woven in, allowing the fruit to shine beautifully. The finish is long, clean, and slightly buttery. Exactly what you would expect from a top-tier Chardonnay from Monterey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e District 7 Estate Grown Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs perfectly with pan-seared salmon, lobster, or chicken in a creamy sauce. Also delicious with pasta with mushrooms, truffle risotto, or soft cheeses like Brie and Camembert. Thanks to its freshness and refined structure, it can also be enjoyed on its own as a stylish aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDistrict 7 refers to the seventh wine-growing region of California, located along the cool coast of Monterey Bay. Here, fresh sea breezes and fog ensure a long growing season, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and retain their natural freshness. The wine is entirely Estate Grown, sourced from their own vineyards, and sustainably produced with respect for nature and terroir. A modern, elegant Chardonnay that showcases California at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 1972, Al Scheid first planted vineyards in the then-unused and unknown Monterey County. What began as a grape-growing operation selling 100% of its production to other wineries has today grown into an absolute “premium player in the wine field”!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Monterey region, approved as an official AVA in 1984, is one of the leading bastions of viticulture with its characteristic cool climate and is home to the most amazing and sought-after Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays in California. With the chilly Monterey Bay at the head of the valley and two mountain ranges on either side, the Monterey AVA is characterized by morning fog, strong winds, cool temperatures, and abundant afternoon sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover more wines from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/verenigde-staten\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eUnited States\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Scores\/Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e2021 - 90 points Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e2019 - 89 points Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"charles smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59630665040197,"sku":"79096","price":15.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/real-wine-chardonnay.png?v=1791460697"}],"url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/collections\/charles-smith.oembed","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}