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Wine Profile

Production Notes

Varietal Compostion: 57% Viognier, 23% Grenache Blanc,20% Marsanne

Winemaker Notes

This lush and lively blend leaps from the glass with aromas of white peach, pineapple, citrus zest, floral blossoms and pear, as well as hints of crushed granite, slivered almond and agave nectar. On the palate it flirts between richness from puncheon ageing and brightness from racy acidity as the tropical, citrus and stone fruit flavors build to a long, luxurious finish

Production

Beginning with an April snowstorm that delayed budbreak but caused no significant damage, the 2022 vintage was marked by its cool nature. While a cold, wet spring helped to saturate the soils, it also delayed flowering until mid-June. Midsummer was mild and temperate, with only seven days above 100º F in late July and early August, resulting in relatively low phenolics and unblemished grape skins. As harvest approached, we benefitted from a perfect stretch of warm, dry weather, with average high temperatures in the mid-70s from September into October. We harvested our Viognier, Marsanne, and Grenache Blanc on October 6th, all at relatively low Brix. Due to the coolness of the vintage, the resulting wines possess remarkable freshness, bright acidity, and complex fruit profiles without excessive sugar accumulation.