2022 VERMENTINO, Temecula Valley
This 2022 Vermentino is a lively and crisp Temecula Valley white wine with tropical aromas of sweetened honeydew melon, white peach, and citrus complemented by a bright acidity and subtle minerality on the finish.
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ACCOLADES
• Wine Enthusiast Magazine (90 Points)
"Invitingly crisp aromas of lime sorbet, tangerine peel and chalk make for an engaging nose on this bottling. Ripe peach and honeysuckle flavors come alive on the palate, alongside a refreshing mandarin granita element." - Matt Kettmann
*90 Points*
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
100% Vermentino
Appellation
Temecula Valley
Harvest Date
September 7, 2022
Acid
6.9 g/L
pH
3.21
Aging
Stainless steel tank-aged
Bottling Date
January 13, 2023
Residual Sugar
5.5 g/L
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This crisp and refreshing white wine presents bright aromas of guava, honeydew melon, and grapefruit with subtle notes of Asian pear and apricot. With a refreshing minerality and zesty acidity leading to a clean finish, this light-bodied wine is an excellent accompaniment to fresh seafood dishes and light salads.
Vineyard Notes
Temecula Valley has long been known for its fertile soil, which is often referred to as "rich dirt." The primary soil type found in the Temecula Valley is a sandy loam soil. Sandy loam soils consist of a mixture of sand, silt, and clay particles, offering good drainage while retaining some moisture. The rich dirt soil of the Temecula Valley is highly suitable for vineyard cultivation. This well-draining soil helps prevent excess water accumulation around the grapevines' roots, reducing the risk of rot and disease.
Production Notes
Harvest kicked off in early August, with the typical gap between the white and red varietal maturation being almost nonexistent. This frenzied tempo continued until the rains provided our team a much-needed break. Following the rain, grapes left to hang through October enjoyed mild weather days that allowed us to wait for perfect ripeness. Our white wines from this harvest have shown perfect acidity and freshness with remarkable flavors and textures. Red wines are displaying excellent structure with deep red colors, luxurious tannins, and exquisite fruit- forward aromatics. We believe the unique weather events that defined the vintage will showcase the full range of flavors that Napa Valley wines are so well known for from crisp and vibrant to dense and powerful.
Winemaker Notes
Vermentino is a traditional Mediterranean white grape variety grown in Nothern Italy and the South of France.
Food Pairing Notes
Fresh raw oysters, spaghetti alle vongole, grilled eggplant and mozzarella, or lemon risotto
Production
Limited Production
