| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Fresh, Un-Oaked Style |
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| Appearance | Pale. | ||
| Aroma | Peach, citrus, green straw. | ||
| Flavor | Rich, oily mouthfeel. | ||
| Balance | Moderate acidity, sometimes a bit hot. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Oenological | Cool fermentation in stainless steel. | ||
| Terroir | High altitudes 1000 to 3000 feet. Soils quite variable but tending towards rockiness. | ||