Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay

Tasting Notes and Characteristics:

The first sip of Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay wraps you in a sunlit embrace, where ripe California peaches and Meyer lemon glide across the palate, lifted by a gentle whisper of vanilla and toasted oak. Crafted in the United States with an alcohol by volume of 14.50%, this Chardonnay balances vibrant fruit with a creamy texture that lingers just long enough to invite another taste. Its natural richness makes it an ideal companion for buttery lobster or golden roast chicken, as each bite draws out the wine’s subtle notes of baked apple and citrus zest. The interplay between bright acidity and soft oak aging creates a harmonious experience that feels both luxurious and refreshingly approachable.

Producer Information: Wagner Family of Wine

Wagner Family of Wine, rooted in Napa Valley’s Rutherford district, traces its origins to 1972 when Charlie Wagner Sr., his wife Lorna Belle Glos Wagner, and their son Chuck established Caymus Vineyards on family land that had been farmed since the early 1900s. Their philosophy centers on meticulous vineyard selection and low-intervention winemaking, allowing the unique terroir of Napa Valley to express itself in every bottle. Beyond their flagship Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, the Wagners have expanded their portfolio with Mer Soleil Chardonnay from Santa Lucia Highlands, Conundrum blends that highlight California’s diverse grape sources, Emmolo Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc from Suisun Valley and Napa respectively, and Red Schooner Malbec sourced from Mendoza grapes but vinified in California. This multi-generational family continues to shape category-specific excellence by focusing on site-driven wines that reflect both tradition and innovation across key Californian appellations.