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Clarksburg, California
Our newest vintage reaches even higher elevations earning itself 94 points and Platinum medal.
ABOUT THIS WINE:
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Chenin Blanc
The 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition pronounced this vintage's Chenin Blanc from Clarksburg a winner, of 94 points and a platinum medal. No two Californian wines are alike. Mountain ranges that snake up and down the state along with coastal influence make the regions that grow grapes incredibly diverse. The relatively unknown region of Clarksburg is a perfect example of this unique diversity - nestled close to Sacramento and Solano Counties which are typically hot and dry, Clarksburg receives maritime influenced fog from the San Francisco Bay, keeping the area much cooler than its neighboring regions. This Chenin Blanc was aged through barrel fermentation and features nutty and vanilla aromas on the nose. A creamy texture is balanced by refreshing acidity from a bit of Sauvignon Blanc blended in. Ripe fruit flavors making this full-bodied wine ideal for sipping an ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Whipstitch
Chenin Blanc
The 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition pronounced this vintage's Chenin Blanc from Clarksburg a winner, of 94 points and a platinum medal. No two Californian wines are alike. Mountain ranges that snake up and down the state along with coastal influence make the regions that grow grapes incredibly diverse. The relatively unknown region of Clarksburg is a perfect example of this unique diversity - nestled close to Sacramento and Solano Counties which are typically hot and dry, Clarksburg receives maritime influenced fog from the San Francisco Bay, keeping the area much cooler than its neighboring regions. This Chenin Blanc was aged through barrel fermentation and features nutty and vanilla aromas on the nose. A creamy texture is balanced by refreshing acidity from a bit of Sauvignon Blanc blended in. Ripe fruit flavors making this full-bodied wine ideal for sipping an ...
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Roasted Nuts, Cheeseboard, Salad, Chicken Curry
Pairs well with…
Roasted Nuts, Cheeseboard, Salad, Chicken Curry
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Roasted Nuts, Cheeseboard, Salad, Chicken Curry
Pairs well with…
Roasted Nuts, Cheeseboard, Salad, Chicken Curry
TASTING NOTES:
Lemon
Vanilla
Green Apple
This Chenin Blanc was aged through barrel fermentation and features nutty and vanilla aromas on the nose. Ripe fruit flavors of green apple and Meyer lemon pair with hints of oak-influenced notes like butterscotch, brioche, and toasted almonds. A full-bodied texture and refreshing acidity makes this ideal for pairing with creamy seafood dishes. "Characteristic, dry, dusty, stands apart. Respects the varietal without any effort to upstage it with any sort of manipulation." - Mike Dunne, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
TASTING NOTES
Lemon
Vanilla
Green Apple
This Chenin Blanc was aged through barrel fermentation and features nutty and vanilla aromas on the nose. Ripe fruit flavors of green apple and Meyer lemon pair with hints of oak-influenced notes like butterscotch, brioche, and toasted almonds. A full-bodied texture and refreshing acidity makes this ideal for pairing with creamy seafood dishes. "Characteristic, dry, dusty, stands apart. Respects the varietal without any effort to upstage it with any sort of manipulation." - Mike Dunne, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
AWARDS:
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8 TOTAL AWARDS
94 Points, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
92 Points, 2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition
Platinum Medal, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
AWARDS
Whipstitch
8 TOTAL AWARDS
94 Points, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
92 Points, 2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition
Platinum Medal, 2020 Critics Challenge: International Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Whipstitch
Two colossal mountain ranges traverse the state of California, creating dynamic ecosystems and drastically different terroirs. The Sierra Nevadas to the east and Coastal Ranges to the west form the whipstichery of peaks that outline the edges of California's inland wine regions. Here, our Whipstitch winemakers craft dynamic wines by weaving together fruit from diverse microclimates to fit each region's precise style. Like the picturesque peaks of California, our wines will forever evoke a sense of splendor as they withstand the test of time.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Whipstitch
Two colossal mountain ranges traverse the state of California, creating dynamic ecosystems and drastically different terroirs. The Sierra Nevadas to the east and Coastal Ranges to the west form the whipstichery of peaks that outline the edges of California's inland wine regions. Here, our Whipstitch winemakers craft dynamic wines by weaving together fruit from diverse microclimates to fit each region's precise style. Like the picturesque peaks of California, our wines will forever evoke a sense of splendor as they withstand the test of time.