2022 Estate Malvasia Bianca
Tasting notes
Side note: current bottle is amber colored but wine is still delicious!
Malvasia Bianca (mal-va-zee-ah bee-ahn-kah), originates from Greece before being widely planted throughout Italy. The grape is a member of an ancient, highly esteemed Greek family of grapes vinified in a myriad of styles throughout Italy. Malvasia Bianca is one of the most widely planted, light-colored grape varieties in Italy and the world. On the islands of Sardinia and Sicily it makes rare, rich and wonderfully aromatic passito wines. Whether sweet or dry, Malvasia Bianca offers delightful aromas and flavors of honey and ripe Bosc pears with hints of allspice. Round, lushly fruity flavors and a plush texture lead to a finish that is determined by the degree of residual sugar and the cellar treatment. The lightest versions offer a clean, crisp finish, while those aged in small barrels may display light tannins and a hint of vanilla. Sweeter, more opulent versions linger on the palate.
Oak program: None, done completely in stainless tanks. Tank/vat: Stainless Steel. Maturation: Tank for 6 months. MLF: no.
Notes from the vineyard: Hand select and hand picked on September 12th. Crushing/Destemming: No; Press Type: Whole Cluster Pressed.
| Varietal | Malvasia Bianca |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Malvasia Bianca |
| Appellation | Temecula Valley |
| Harvest Date | 09/12/2022 |
| Acid | .55 |
| PH | 3.65 |
| Aging | 6 Months Stainless Steel |
| Residual Sugar | 5.5 |
| Alcohol | 13.40% |
| Wine Style | Sweet White |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | California |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
Clone: FPS03
Root stock: 110R
Soil: Decomposed Granite
Vines/Acre: 1000
