Post by Admin on May 31, 2016 14:23:28 GMT -8
TASTING NOTES
“This Sauvignon Blanc from our Horse Heaven Vineyard is a crisp,
racy style of Sauvignon Blanc with citrus characteristics. We use
partial stainless steel fermentation to preserve the Sauvignon Blanc’s
pure, fresh, vibrant character.”
V I N T A G E
■■ 2014 in Eastern Washington was one of the warmest seasons
in decades.
■■ An early start to the season with warmer-than-average
temperatures helped set the stage.
■■ The ripening period in September cooled to more typical weather
patterns for the region and was mostly dry.
■■ In October temperatures rose again to one of the warmest October
months on record.
■■ Overall, 2014 was a pleasant growing season; ripening was
excellent for all varieties in all locations.
VINEYARD
■■ Horse Heaven Vineyard is located in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA
and adjacent to the Columbia River in Paterson, Washington.
■■ Planted in the 1970s, this is a moderately warm site, tempered by
the Columbia River.
■■ This vineyard is characterized by gentle south facing slopes, sandy
loam soil and a long growing season.
■■ Horse Heaven Vineyard produces fruit of consistent quality and
intense varietal character vintage after vintage.
WINEMAKING
■■ Yeasts specifically designated for Sauvignon Blanc were used to
initiate the three-week fermentation and release varietal aromas.
■■ 68% stainless steel fermented to preserve Sauvignon Blanc’s fresh,
vibrant fruit character.
■■ 32% barrel fermented for slight spice and texture in older French
oak.
■■ Sur lie aged for four months for enhanced complexity and
structure.
TECHNICAL DATA
Total Acidity 0.70 g/100ml
pH 3.11
Alcohol 13%
Blend 100% Horse Heaven
Vineyard Sauvignon
Blanc
FOOD PAIRINGS
Foods: mussels, halibut, chicken,
goat cheese
Herbs: cilantro, oregano, rosemary,
thyme
Spices: cumin, curry, ginger
“This Sauvignon Blanc from our Horse Heaven Vineyard is a crisp,
racy style of Sauvignon Blanc with citrus characteristics. We use
partial stainless steel fermentation to preserve the Sauvignon Blanc’s
pure, fresh, vibrant character.”
V I N T A G E
■■ 2014 in Eastern Washington was one of the warmest seasons
in decades.
■■ An early start to the season with warmer-than-average
temperatures helped set the stage.
■■ The ripening period in September cooled to more typical weather
patterns for the region and was mostly dry.
■■ In October temperatures rose again to one of the warmest October
months on record.
■■ Overall, 2014 was a pleasant growing season; ripening was
excellent for all varieties in all locations.
VINEYARD
■■ Horse Heaven Vineyard is located in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA
and adjacent to the Columbia River in Paterson, Washington.
■■ Planted in the 1970s, this is a moderately warm site, tempered by
the Columbia River.
■■ This vineyard is characterized by gentle south facing slopes, sandy
loam soil and a long growing season.
■■ Horse Heaven Vineyard produces fruit of consistent quality and
intense varietal character vintage after vintage.
WINEMAKING
■■ Yeasts specifically designated for Sauvignon Blanc were used to
initiate the three-week fermentation and release varietal aromas.
■■ 68% stainless steel fermented to preserve Sauvignon Blanc’s fresh,
vibrant fruit character.
■■ 32% barrel fermented for slight spice and texture in older French
oak.
■■ Sur lie aged for four months for enhanced complexity and
structure.
TECHNICAL DATA
Total Acidity 0.70 g/100ml
pH 3.11
Alcohol 13%
Blend 100% Horse Heaven
Vineyard Sauvignon
Blanc
FOOD PAIRINGS
Foods: mussels, halibut, chicken,
goat cheese
Herbs: cilantro, oregano, rosemary,
thyme
Spices: cumin, curry, ginger