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White Loonatic

2012 California Chenin Blanc

The Smoking Loon White Loonatic is a delightful Chenin Blanc from California's sun-kissed vineyards, showcasing a bright and inviting pale yellow hue. This vintage, from 2012, offers a refreshing balance of zesty acidity and vibrant fruit intensity, with enticing notes of green apple, pear, and a hint of floral undertones that make it utterly charming. Its smooth mouthfeel reveals a dry, crisp finish, making it a perfect companion for light seafood dishes or fresh salads. With its approachable character and well-integrated structure, this wine is both food-friendly and delightful to sip on its own, inviting you to savor every drop.

Tasting notes:


Lemon

Lemon

Honey

Honey

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Caprese Salad, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


California
California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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