2007 Pinot Blanc – Sta. Rita Hills

No malolactic and relatively brief aging in used oak barrels keeps this wine very true to its grapey fruitiness. Fresh white flowers show first in the aroma of the wine, leading to pear and melon with some vanilla-nutmeg spiciness. There’s a lemon crème quality in there with a hint of white pepper, altogether exotic and complex. Citrusy fish preparations would be good with this wine, also some types of soup (clam chowder with a little spice), lighter pastas or roasted chicken. Our featured recipe pairing is Fish Filets and Vegetables Roasted in Parchment.

Case production: 572
Price: $18 per bottle, $194.40 per case. Wine Club Price: $14.40 per bottle, $172.80 per case.

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2007 Pinot Blanc - La Encantada Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills

Ripe pear and peach meet citrus blossoms in the first impressions of this crisp, clean Pinot Blanc. Cold fermentation in stainless steel with no malolactic leaves the wine with a fresh, lemon-y acidity that cleanses the palate. Short-term aging in neutral barrels keeps any oak presence way in the background.

A fine wine for some serious relaxing, it would also be perfect as a complement to a ham dinner with greens and a potato-leek gratin. Our featured recipe pairing is Scampi-style Shrimp with Pancetta, Fried Sage & Baby Spinach.

Case Production: 233
Price: $28 per bottle $302.40 per case. Wine Club Price: $22.40 per bottle, $268.80 per case.
Available from the winery only.

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