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Reserve

2013 Virginia Chardonnay 85%, Petit Manseng 15%

The Early Mountain Reserve is a delightful white wine that showcases the best of Virginia's winegrowing potential. This vintage features a captivating blend of Chardonnay and Petit Manseng that offers an elegant balance between richness and vibrancy. With a medium body, the wine displays a bright acidity that enhances its refreshing character, making it extremely food-friendly. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting enticing notes of stone fruit and citrus that dance on the palate. A subtle sweetness from the Petit Manseng adds complexity, while the overall profile remains dry, making it an ideal choice for a variety of occasions. This well-crafted wine illustrates the growing reputation of Virginia as an exciting wine region.

Tasting notes:

Butter, Apricot, Vanilla

Butter

Apricot

Vanilla

Pairs well with:

Lobster, Lobster Mac and Cheese, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Virginia

Virginia, with its rich historical heritage and varied landscapes, is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions on the East Coast. Spanning from the Atlantic coastline to the Appalachian Mountains, Virginia's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs. The cool breezes from the Atlantic and the higher elevations of the mountains play a major role in moderating Virginia's vineyards, providing a balanced climate that allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the coastal and mountainous regions, producing elegant and nuanced wines, while further inland, the warmer valleys support the cultivation of bigger, bolder wines. This range of conditions allows Virginia to produce a wide variety of wine styles, reflective of its unique and diverse growing regions.

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