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| OVERVIEW: Similar to an Alsatian white wine, the blend of six different varieties offers floral, pear and citrus-like aromas, with bright fruit flavors ending in a long, lingering finish. An excellent choice for poultry and seafood dishes. |
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BLEND
& GRAPE SOURCES: 37% Semillon, 22% Viognier, 15% Marsanne, 9% Sauvignon Blanc, 9% Chardonnay, 8% Scheurebe. APPELLATION: California. |
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WINEMAKING
DATA: Grapes were harvested between August 24 and September 29 at an average 22.3° Brix, fermented in stainless steel tanks and held 9 months in both stainless steel and German oak ovals before being blended and bottled in August, 2002. |
WINEMAKING
QUOTES:This is a superlative vintage in the North Coast. A cool (but not excessively so) growing season was followed by fabulous weather in September and October, allowing producers to harvest at their leisure. Crop size was reasonably good . . . All things considered, this is a great vintage for all varietals . . . |
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