Taste: The palate delivers on the nose's promise — vivid raspberry flavor arrives on entry

where the peach and citrus character adds body without overwhelming the fruit additions

the Cabernet backbone and dark berry character hold up well against citrus and spice

French toast spice

mushroom risotto echoes the wine's earthy

Poppy Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands domestic-wines Taste: The palate delivers onPoppy Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands is a 100% Chardonnay from Monterey County's prized SLH appellation, bottled at 13. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Sourced from vines planted in 1972 on the Poppy Hillside vineyard, this wine was recognized by Decanter as the best value Chardonnay from Santa Lucia Highlands a distinction that speaks to both quality and accessibility. Quick Facts: ABV: 13. 5% Origin: Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County,