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Skin Contact Chenin Blanc

2023 Clarksburg Chenin Blanc

The Skin Contact Chenin Blanc from the 2023 vintage presents an intriguing exploration of this versatile varietal. Sourced from the Clarksburg region, known for its unique terroir and microclimate, this wine boasts a beautiful, slightly cloudy appearance, indicative of its minimal intervention in winemaking. On the palate, it offers a delightful balance of bright acidity and lush fruit intensity, with notes of stone fruit and citrus mingling harmoniously. The skin contact adds a lovely complexity, contributing subtle tannins that provide a gentle structure, enhancing the wine's mouthfeel. This Chenin Blanc remains dry, making it a fantastic companion for a variety of dishes, from seafood to creamy pastas. Overall, this wine is a captivating testament to the potential of skin contact winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honey

Honey

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Clarksburg

Lying south of Sacramento in the California Delta, Clarksburg is a small but productive AVA where quality Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc grow in abundance. The San Francisco Bay has a strong influence here, bringing in fog and cool breezes that temper the valley heat. With its flat, mineral-rich clay soils, vines thrive in Clarksburg, needing little attention to produce plenty of quality grapes. Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Albariño and the red variety Petite Sirah also produce great wines here.

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