Banana Slug

2010 Arroyo Seco Roussanne

Bonny Doon Vineyard's Banana Slug is a captivating Roussanne from the 2010 vintage, hailing from the picturesque Arroyo Seco region. This wine presents a delightful light to medium body that gracefully dances on the palate. Its acidity is refreshingly bright, providing a lively and invigorating experience with each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing enticing notes of stone fruit and tropical essences that envelop the senses. This enchanting white is dry, offering a clean finish that invites another taste, making it a wonderful companion for a variety of culinary delights. Enjoy this delightful expression of Roussanne, which embodies the spirit and terroir of its unique region.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Honey

Almond

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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