2017 Malvasia Bianca

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Paso Robles, United States

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Taste the beauty and natural sweetness of this Old World grape in this award-winning New World wine

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Malvasia Bianca

The history of Malvasia grapes is fascinating. Since ancient explorers brought them on their journeys they have grown on the islands of the Mediterranean. More recently explorers have brought them on to the New World. Grown in the warm climate of Paso Robles, California these grapes give off exuberant flavors. We love the notes of guava, passionfruit, and lemon that are tempered by herbs and exotic spices. This wine is in every respect a summer sipper. Fresh tropical fruit, natural sweetness, and a silky, viscous mouthfeel make this an especially lush pairing with the salty pungency of blue cheeses. Try opening this the next time you have a cheese board! Judges love it too! It took home a Silver medal at the 2018 Harvest Challenge.

Wine Region

Paso Robles

California's fastest-growing wine region is quickly gaining an international reputation for its innovative and boundary-breaking wines. Located halfway between LA and San Francisco, the Paso Robles AVA in San Luis Obispo County has two main zones. The eastern side has a hot and sunny climate with deep, rich soils producing plush, fruity wines with sweet ripe flavors. To the west, the cooling influence of the Pacific brings a zingy backbone to rich Zinfandel and Rhône favorites like Syrah and Viognier. Italian varietals like Sangiovese and Nebbiolo are also favorites of Paso Robles grape growers and wine drinkers.