2019 Inspiration White

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

White Blend

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney’s Vineyard (Blocks K1, H, O2, O4) from the Fess Parker home ranch located in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged 8 months in 100% French oak, 2 new 500L Puncheons & older French oak barrels

Cooperage

Mercurey, Sirugue

Technical Data

Composition

49% Viognier, 27% Marsanne, 12% Grenache Blanc, 12% Vermentino

Alcohol %

13.3

Acidity

0.664 g/100mL

3.18

Harvest Brix

20.9-25.4

Harvest Date

9/17-10/3/19

Production

401 cases

Description

With Inspiration we strive for a Châteauneuf-du-Pape style white Rhône blend, with tropical aromas of white flowers, jasmine and honeydew melon that marry well with vanilla, nectarine and orange marmalade. Tangerine, vanilla and almond flavors flood the palate followed by hints of honeysuckle and lemon cream.

The fruitiness and fatness of this blend comes from its Grenache Blanc base, Roussanne contributes fresh peach aromas, while Viognier and a touch of Marsanne add acidity, with floral and mineral notes.

Pair with shellfish, chicken, pork and vegetable dishes prepared with savory butter or cream sauces.

Wine Critic Reviews

"...This medium-bodied, fresh, lively white builds nicely with time in the glass, offering ample peach and tart pineapple fruits, a touch of brioche and honeysuckle, good overall balance, and a clean finish. It plays in the fresher end of the spectrum yet still has texture." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "...Green orchard fruit, mint and white flowers grace this attractive, nuanced white. I would prefer to drink this taut, steely white over the next few years." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous