Vintage & Viticulture
April and May brought about very wet conditions and by early June the vineyards were behind by a couple of weeks but summer came on strong to make up lost time. Harvest began early and picking which was a plus as vintage was more challenging with the fall rains.
Winemaker's Notes:
Great acidity is the wines defining characteristic and has made one of its parents Ugni Blanc (Trebbiano) famous in cognac. Fermentation is kept cool and was completed in 12 days. Wine was removed of the lees quickly to maintain a fresh crisp finish.
Tasting Notes:
The aromas of grapefruit, peach, apricot are prominent on the nose. The palate show layers of honey and dried fruit with a crisp acidity to give the wine perfect balance.
Food Pairings:
A very versatile food friendly wine, always a crowd pleaser. Enjoy with seafood and poultry with citrus and garlic sauces, feta cheese, smoked mussels, crab cakes.
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