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Grenache Blanc, 2020

Winery:

Ridge Vineyards

Pale-gold color. Aromas of green apple, lime, and a hint of cut green grass. Tart citrus fruit and firm acid on entry. Crushed rock mineral and a rich, clean aftertaste.

Grenache Blanc, 2020

Region:

USA, California, Paso Robles

Ratings/Score/Awards:

93+ pts. Wine Enthusiast; 92 pts. Wine Spectator; 90 pts. Jeb Dunnuck

Varietal Composition:

Grenache Blanc (77% Grenache Blanc, 15% Roussanne, 8% Picpoul)

Fun Facts:

Limestone soils, coupled with a warm climate, create ideal growing conditions for this wine. After whole cluster pressing, each varietal was fermented separately. Roussanne was included to enhance mouthfeel. Picpoul brings lively acidity and focus to the restrained stone fruit, mineral palate. This refreshing wine can be enjoyed immediately upon release and will gain complexity over the next four to five years.

Technical Data:

Fermentation Mode: 

100% direct-to-press whole cluster. 100% natural primary and secondary (malolactic) fermention.

Malolactic Fermentation: 

Yes

Maturation Mode & Time:

Five (5) months in barrels (88% barrel aged in air-dried American oak barrels; 20% new, 80% two- to six-year-old).12% concrete tank aged)

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