2016 Skinner Grenache Blanc

Estate: Skinner Vineyards
Region: El Dorado, Sierra Foothills, California, United States of America
Vineyards: Stoney Creek, Swansborough and South Fork Vineyards

Tasting Note:June 24, 2017

Pale yellow. Fruity nose with tropical notes and green apples. A touch of oak influence too. Medium acidity (6/10) and well balanced. Light bodied and fresh with tropical notes, melon, banana, pineapple and a touch creamy. Dry and medium plus body.

This is made up of 100% Grenache Blanc from the Stoney Creek Estate Vineyard (10%), Swansborough Vineyard (80%) and South Fork Vineyard (10%). Aged for 6 months in 50% stainless steel and 50% neutral French oak.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2022.

Rating:

89 points.

Price Point:

$ - Sample provided by the winery. Can be purchased for $24.00 from the estate.

Skinner Vineyards, Grenache Blanc, White Wine, El Dorado, Sierra Foothills, California, United States of AmericaGreg Ballington2016, Skinner Vineyards, Grenache Blanc, White Wine, El Dorado, Sierra Foothills, United States of America, California, $, 89 Points, Chris PittengerComment