2003 Sémillon
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Winemaker’s Notes:
Our 2003 Sémillon is deftly balanced with a complex mix of honeysuckle, ripe pear, a hint of citrus, tangerine and mineral. Supple, rich and creamy, it finishes with a lively acidity, giving the wine a beautiful balance.
The 2003 Vintage:
The summer of 2003 was consistently hot from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with many more above 100-degree days than normal. The grapes ripened evenly, showing an incredible balance of fruit and acid, and they were ready for harvest at a significantly earlier date than usual.
Fermentation: We carefully hand-harvested our 2003 Sémillon grapes, then gently whole-cluster pressed, settled, and barrel-fermented in 100% used French Oak and aged sur lie with minimal stirring for 7 months prior to bottling.
~ Jean-François Pellet, Winemaker
Wine Specifics:
Varietal(s)
100% Sémillon
Appellation
Walla Walla Valley
Oak Program
100% Used French Oak
Harvest Date(s)
September 15 through 26, 2003
Finished Alcohol
13.9%
Total Production
222 12/750ml cases
Bottling Date
May 16, 2004
Release Date
September 1, 2004
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