2022 Chardonnay "Le Boeuf" Sandar & Hem Santa Cruz Mountains 0,75l

The 2022 Chardonnay “Le Boeuf” from Sandar & Hem is a terroir-driven Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay that captures the cool, maritime character of one of California’s most distinctive growing areas. Sourced from a vineyard planted in the 1970s and rooted in weathered granite, it stands out for its mineral precision, tension, and elegant restraint.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Chardonnay shows a bright, polished profile with a cool, refined expression of fruit. The nose opens with citrus, green apple, and delicate herbs, layered with mineral tones and a subtle nutty nuance. On the palate, the wine is taut and focused, with lively acidity and a salty, stony edge that gives it real definition. The finish is long, fresh, and elegant. Thanks to its structure and concentration, it should age gracefully over the next several years, gaining complexity while retaining its energy.

Production
Le Boeuf comes from one of the most characterful vineyards in the Santa Cruz Mountains, where strong Pacific influence keeps conditions cool and helps preserve freshness. The vines grow in weathered granite soils, contributing to the wine’s striking mineral backbone and tension. Grapes are selectively hand-harvested, and the winemaking is restrained and terroir-focused, with careful aging in small lots to preserve texture, acidity, and site expression.

Food & Serving
Serve this Chardonnay at 10–12 °C. It pairs beautifully with grilled fish, scallops, and shellfish, and also works well with poultry, creamy sauces, or aged hard cheeses. Decanting is not essential, but a short aeration can help open up its aromas if served young.

Producer
Sandar & Hem is known for crafting site-specific wines that highlight the character of California’s top vineyard sites. With a clear focus on precision and balance, the producer has built a reputation for Chardonnay that is expressive, mineral, and distinctively shaped by terroir. This Le Boeuf bottling reflects that philosophy particularly well.

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