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Chenin Blanc
Napa Valley · Napa · United States
Fact sheet
- Type
- Other
- Grape
- Chenin Blanc
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Napa Valley · Napa
- Appellation
- Napa Valley
- Body
- medium
- Acidity
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
seafood · salads · creamy cheeses · grilled chicken · vegetarian dishes · sushi
Rated vintages
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201690 pts
This outstanding wine is quite lush and ripe without being overtly fruity. It has enticing vanilla and coconut aromas, ripe honeydew melon and fig flavors and an exceptionally viscous and creamy mouthfeel. It's full bodied and very smooth in texture.
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201592 pts
Silky and voluptuous, this is a compelling example of the rare variety being able to shine in the Napa Valley when put in the right hands. From a small vintage (only the second for this wine), it shines in peach, green apple and honey flavors, chased by crisp acidity.
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201490 pts
This is the producer's inaugural foray into the variety, sourced from the Oak Knoll area. The wine is inspired by the Loire Valley and its well-known Cabernet Franc. Coopered in French oak and stainless steel, it retains a subtle crispness and light body, the acidity supporting…