From their own vineyards. 63% is fermented at low temperature in stainless steel and aged for 8 months in barrels that have been used for several years. 37% is fermented and aged for 8 months in new barrels from France. Aromas of white peach, peach blossom, ruby grapefruit, and vanilla with key lime and lemon pie flavors and a fragrant oak flavor. Rich and complex, with a long aftertaste. Collaboration with craft chocolate "Dandelion". An amazing marriage of white wine and high-cocoa chocolate.
Technical information
Vineyard: Grapes from select blocks of sustainably grown grapes from Rutherford's own vineyards.
Harvest: Harvested from August 20th to September 7th, roughly the same as the 2021 vintage.
Brewing and aging: 63% of the fruit is fermented at low temperature in stainless steel fermentation tanks and then aged for 8 months in old French barrels (225L & 500L). 37% is fermented in new French barrels and aged for 8 months. 100% malolactic fermentation is performed. The final blend will be made in June 2023 and bottled in July.
Tasting Comments
Honeysuckle and orange blossom are enveloped in exotic aromas of citrus and peach.
The fresh fruitiness of pear and other fruits and the creamy, rich texture from the casks are well balanced with firm acidity and a mineral feel.
Hints of vanilla bean and ruby grapefruit can be felt on the finish.
It has a complex flavour and a long aftertaste.
Can be aged for more than 5 years from the vintage.
Vintage: 2022
Capacity: 750ml
Type: White wine
Taste: Medium bodied
Main variety: Sauvignon Blanc 89%
Blend Variety: Semillon 11%
Country of Origin: America
Region Name: California
AVA: Napa Valley
Nested AVAs, Others: Rutherford
Vineyard: Rutherford Estate Vineyard
Note: Limited edition
Winemaker: Kristin Belair
Winemaking: 63% stainless steel tank fermentation, 37% new French barrel fermentation and malolactic fermentation
Aging: The wine fermented in stainless steel tanks is aged on the lees in large barrels, while the wine fermented in French barrels is aged on the lees. Both are aged for 8 months.
Cap: Cork
Alcohol content: 13.8%
JAN: 83837015003