Monterey County Masson Vineyards 1990
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Delivery: We ship orders every weekday.
Delivery time and price:
- Denmark: 1-2 days (39-49 DKK)
- Sweden: 2-3 days (150 SEK)
- Finland: 2-3 days (15 EUR)
- Germany: 2-3 days (15 EUR)
- Netherlands: 2-4 days (15 EUR)
- Generally for EU countries: 2-5 days (15-25 EUR)
NOTE: There may be 1-2 days longer delivery time in remote areas.
Returns: You always have a 30-day right of return.
NOTE : All orders from November 15th to December 24th can be returned until January 31st.
Monterey County Masson Vineyards 1990
The 1990 Monterey County Chardonnay is a white wine produced by Masson Vineyards. The estate's origins trace back to Paul Masson, one of the earliest pioneers in California winemaking, who brought classic vine cuttings from his native France over a century ago to cultivate in the state's favorable environment.
The wine originates from California, the most prominent wine-producing state in the United States, responsible for over 80 percent of the country's total production. The region's viticultural landscape stretches more than 1,300 kilometers along the Pacific coast, encompassing diverse soils ranging from volcanic and alluvial to limestone and slate. Monterey County benefits from a unique cool climate dominated by ocean winds and morning fog from the Pacific. These conditions create significant diurnal temperature shifts, allowing for a prolonged ripening period.
This 1990 vintage is crafted from Chardonnay, one of the world's most recognized green grape varieties, frequently cultivated in prominent regions such as Burgundy, Champagne, California, and Oregon. The grapes for this wine were harvested in late September. During the winemaking process, fermentation took place at controlled temperatures between 55 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Portions of the vintage were barrel-fermented and subsequently aged in French oak. The final wine is bottled at 13 percent alcohol by volume.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
California
California is the United States' most important wine-producing state, accounting for over 80 percent of the country's total wine production. The area extends more than 1,300 kilometres along the Pacific coast from Mendocino in the north to San Diego in the south and contains 149 officially recognised AVAs spread across four main regions: North Coast (Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino), Central Coast (Monterey, Paso Robles, Santa Barbara), Central Valley (Lodi, Madera) and South Coast.
The climate is dominated by cool sea winds and morning fog from the Pacific, which give marked diurnal temperature swings and extended ripening. The soils are highly varied, ranging from volcanic and alluvial types to limestone and slate. The main varieties include Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Zinfandel and Sauvignon Blanc. The style ranges widely from slender, acid-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from cool coastal AVAs to full-bodied, fruit-driven Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel from warmer inland regions. The area is known as one of the world's most diverse and quality-focused wine landscapes.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
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