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Vino Santo

2009 New Mexico Malvasia Bianca

The Llano Estacado Winery Vino Santo is a captivating white wine crafted from the Malvasia Bianca grape variety, hailing from the unique terroir of New Mexico. This delightful vintage showcases a light-bodied profile, where the refreshing acidity brings forth a zesty and invigorating experience. Its fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing enticing notes of stone fruit and exotic citrus that dance on the palate. The wine displays a well-balanced, off-dry character, making it remarkably food-friendly. With its vibrant and lively essence, the Vino Santo is a true testament to the potential of New Mexico's winegrowing regions, inviting enthusiasts to savor a sip of its rich heritage.

Tasting notes:


Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

White Flowers

White Flowers

Region:


New Mexico
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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