Valley of the Moon Pinot Blanc
2010
07.13
07.13
About This Wine:
Aromas of honeysuckle, guava and Pink Lady apple are accented with hints of mineral and lychee. Integrated and rich fruit flavors of pears, apple and kiwi lead to a lengthy finish balanced
Wine Profile:| Vintage: | 2008 |
| Varietal: | Pinot Blanc |
| Varietal Composition: | |
| 99% | Pinot Blanc |
| Appellation: | Sonoma County |
| Harvest Date: | 2008 |
| Acid: | 5.9 g/L |
| PH: | 3.47 |
| Aging: | Stainless steel tanks |
| Bottling Date: | March 2009 |
| Residual Sugar: | .46% |
| Alcohol %: | 13.5 |
Tasting Notes:
Aromas of honeysuckle, guava and Pink Lady apple are accented with hints of mineral and lychee.
Ratings:
GOLD – San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, January 2010
Production Notes:
The 2008 Pinot Blanc was whole-cluster pressed into stainless steel tanks and fermented at cool temperatures to preserve the varietal fruit aromas and flavors of the grapes. After fermentation portions of the wine lots were aged in French oak and Acacia wood barrels to enhance richness and provide additional complexity to the wine.
Food Pairing:
This perfectly balanced Pinot Blanc pairs well with seafood, shellfish (particularly oysters), poultry, salads, fruits, light pastas and mild cheeses. Its structure and fruity flavors also complement spicy cuisine.
Production:
8,270 cases
