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WillaKenzie Estate has seven acres of Pinot Blanc, planted in 1992, 1993, and 1995. The vines are planted at 1200 vines/acre, running north to south to allow for maximum sun exposure. All the vineyards are planted on Willakenzie soil, known for its excellent drainage. The clones used are true Pinot Blanc clones from the Alsace region of France. The plants are grafted onto phylloxera-resistant rootstock and trained into an upright, double guyot trellising system. Pinot Blanc requires a leaf removal around the fruit zone on both sides of the canopy to allow for good air circulation and exposure of the fruit to sunlight.
Harvest was timed on taste and physiological maturity. The goal is to let the vines fully express the fruit qualities that are characteristic of the varietal. In their gravity-fed winery, they made the 2006 Pinot Blanc in a rich and complex Alsatian style. They pressed whole clusters, and after cold settling of the juice, inoculated with yeast from the Alsace region, chosen to enhance the fruit’s aromatics. They fermented in stainless steel tanks slowly and at low temperatures to retain the freshness and subtlety of the fruit.
Notes
Bright and clear, with a pale straw color, the aromas of the 2006 Pinot Blanc display a complex blend of orange blossom and white flowers along with subtle Asian pear, lemongrass, stone fruit and mineral notes. A pleasing round mouth feel, which ends with a long finish, follows the clean, crisp attack. This fresh and juicy wine is delicious as an aperitif or as an accompaniment for shellfish, oysters and grilled peaches. Drink this wine now and over the next five years, and serve it moderately chilled.
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2007 |
White |
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