The 2020 vintage of this perennial Perissos favorite breaks new ground with even greater complexity and finesse. It opens with a pale gold color, and a nose of apple, pear and peach with white floral and roasted hazelnut notes. The rich, viscous palate confirms the fruit signature and honeyed, toasted hints with a bright acidity and a clean finish. It is silky but with some weight, like the great examples of this aromatic Rhone varietal. A natural complement to shellfish and seafood, the 2020 Roussanne also pairs well with pates, chicken, creamed dishes and cheeses.
Daughter Lucy’s namesake wine is better than ever in the 2021 vintage, and is arriving just in time for the warm summer months! The newest estate blend is 74% Viognier, 16% Roussanne and 10% Picpoul Blanc, the Viognier and Picpoul aged in European Oak and the Roussanne in Acacia wood. A light straw gold, the new Lucy greets you with aromatics of apple, peach, mango, and white flowers with hints of salinity and baking spices. On the palate citrus and tropical fruit lead with a refreshing acidity and medium, satisfying mouth feel. The finish is crisp and clean, creating a delightful summer sipper as well as a natural accompaniment for cheeses and charcuterie, shellfish, seafood and lighter chicken dishes.
We've married Orange Muscat (50%) and Roussanne (50%) from the Texas High Plains to create this refreshing white wine. Expect medium plus acidity and a gentle, lingering finish. Fermented at 60 degrees F; malolactic fermentation not conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.35 pH.
