2012 Roussanne, Sonoma County 750ml 4-Pack
Roussanne is a variety that has been grown in the Northern Rhône appellations of Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, St. Joseph and St. Peray for centuries. A century ago, White Hermitage was considered the best white wine in France.
Many producers of Rhone variety whites are making “Chardonnay wannabees” – big, fat wines with lots of new oak. At Wellington Vineyards we produce Marsanne, Roussanne, and Sauvignon blanc with minimal new oak, so that the true character of the grape variety shines through.
- New Release!
- GOLD MEDAL SONOMA COUNTY HARVEST FAIR 2014
Specs
- 98% Roussanne, 2% Marsanne
- 58% Estate, 42% Saralee’s Vineyard
- Alcohol: 13.9%
- pH: 3.42
- Production: 292 cases
Roussanne is a variety that has been grown in the Northern Rhône appellations of Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, St. Joseph and St. Peray for centuries. A century ago, White Hermitage was considered the best white wine in France. It is less widely planted in the Northern Rhône these days because of its susceptibility to mildew, rot and other viticultural problems such as poor fruit set, and is often blended with Marsanne in those appellations.