Pine Ridge Clarksburg Chenin Blanc Viognier
£23.95
Crisp, bright, and lively, this wine boasts aromas of honeysuckle, orange blossom, nectarine, white peach, and ginger spice. On the palate, there are ripe fruit flavours of tangerine, lime, lemon curd alongside more herbal notes of lemongrass and ginger. It is medium-bodied, with refreshing acidity and a hint of lime on the long, round finish. The wine was fermented and afterwards aged in stainless-steel tanks in order to retain the pure varietal fruit character in the final wine.
Ideal with light salads, seafood, with foods with a hint of spiciness (its subtle sweetness provides balance alongside a touch of heat) or with appetizers such as goat cheese, radishes, and olives.
The Chenin Blanc comes from the Clarksburg appellation, referred to as the “Gem of the Delta”, which is located in the Sacramento River delta. This means that it is fairly warm with an almost constant breeze which helps to retain freshness and acidity in the grapes. The soils tend to be deep clay with excellent water holding capacity. The trellising is bi-lateral cordon. The viognier is sourced from Lodi, which has a classic Mediterranean climate, with warm days and cool nights. The San Joaquin/Sacramento River delta provides cooling breezes.
Founded in 1978 by Gary Andrus, Pine Ridge Vineyards sits in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, famous for Cabernet Sauvignon wines of distinctive power and elegance. Since the founding, Pine Ridge Vineyards has invested in 160 acres of estate vineyards, 47 of which are in Stags Leap District. Pine Ridge also own vineyards throughout the most renowned growing regions of Napa Valley: Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros. This great diversity of terroir inspires their winemaking team to craft wines that reflect the outstanding characteristics of their distinct origins. The team is committed to and has always embraced sustainable practices taking every step possible to preserve the ecosystem of the region. In fact, Pine Ridge is certified Napa Green which demonstrates their commitment as responsible stewards of the land. The winemaking philosophy is guided by the thoughtful selection of vineyard blocks designated for each wine and the goal is to honour the unique winemaking needs of each of the estate vineyards in five different appellations, as well as the ever-changing demands of each new vintage. Meticulous attention to detail in the cellar allows to craft appellation wines that express their distinct terroir with power, elegance, and texture.