Quails Gate Okanagan Kelowna Chenin Blanc Wine

2007 QUAILS' GATE CHENIN BLANC

Winemakers Notes:

These grapes were harvested from Quails' Gate Estate vineyards in mid October, and then fermented in three separate batches. Twenty percent was fermented in two-year-old French barrels, providing a warm fermentation that gives palate weight and structure. The remaining 80% was fermented cold in two tanks. One was allowed to ferment completely dry, and the other was stopped with some residual sweetness to balance the bracing acidity, for which this varietal is famous. This wine may be consumed now or, with careful cellaring, it will reward you with increased complexity and depth.

Tasting Notes:

The Chenin Blanc offers a rush of exuberant fruit flavours, zesty lemons and limes together with complex floral notes and a hint of sweet, delicate honey. The barrel portion of the blend provides a lush palate and complex aromas. It is crisp with genuine fruit sweetness to balance the firm acidity that makes this wine absolutely perfect with oysters and shellfish. A classic pairing with this wine is Malpeque oysters with a Champagne vinegar mignonette.

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Technical Information:

Varietal Blend: 90% Chenin Blanc / 10% Sauvignon Blanc
Alc. By Vol: 13.0%
Total Acidity: 9.8 g/l
Residual Sweetness: 5.0 g/l
Sweetness Code: 0
SKU Code: 391854
UPC Code: 778856107036
Date Bottled: March 2007
Case Volume: 3500 cases
Price: $18.99