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Pale Morning Dun

New Mexico White Blend

Wines of the San Juan Pale Morning Dun is an expressive white blend hailing from the vibrant winegrowing region of New Mexico. This delightful wine showcases a light-bodied profile, making it perfect for warm-weather sipping. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing quality that dances on the palate. With prominent fruit intensity, you'll savor flavors of crisp apple and juicy pear, complemented by hints of citrus zest. The wine is beautifully dry, allowing the natural characteristics of the grapes to shine through without being overly sweet. This charming blend is an excellent choice for food pairings, from light salads to grilled seafood, making it a versatile addition to any gathering.

Tasting notes:

White Peach

Honey

Citrus Blossom

Region:

New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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