Item No.
0010514002020
Chimney Rock Elevage Blanc 2020
Chimney Rock Elevage Blanc 2020
$50.00
Availability:
-
Limited Quantity17 Available
Varietal
White Blend
Region
California
Sub-Appellation
Stags Leap District
Alcohol
14.2%
Overview
Elevage Blanc challenges the typical conception of white wines with its age-worthiness and its balanced richness. Sauvignon Gris, a rarely planted relative of Sauvignon Blanc, provides beautiful aromatics and texture as blending grape.
Aging
6 months in 1/3 new French Oak, 1/3 used French Oak and 1/3 stainless steel barrels.
Fermentation
Barrel fermented with several yeast strains including some native fermentation.
Winemaker
Elizabeth Vianna
Tasting Notes
Style
Aromatic, Complex, Full Bodied, Rich, Supple
Flavor
Caramel, Passion Fruit, Peach, Vanilla
Aroma
This wine is heady with aromas of white peach, fresh papaya, along with hints of vanilla, caramel and brioche.
Taste
This wine is full bodied, rich with lots of viscosity and weight. It has bright acidity with a lovely lift and long finish.