2019 Marsanne

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Marsanne

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney's Vineyard (Block H) located on the Fess Parker Home Ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged 7 months in 500L French oak Puncheons

Cooperage

Mercurey, Ermitage, Rousseau

Technical Data

Composition

100% Marsanne

Alcohol %

12.2

Acidity

0.602 g/100mL

3.13

Harvest Brix

20.9

Harvest Date

10/3/19

Production

322 cases

Description

Our Marsanne is dry and richly textured, with aromas of cantaloupe and orange zest supported by hints of jasmine, vanilla, beeswax and pie crust.

Seafood is a classic pairing with Marsanne, especially richer varieties such as lobster, crab or mussels. But don’t be afraid to try new dishes with this versatile, food friendly wine. From chicken to pork, spicy flavors to Asian cuisine, even cream sauces or an array of cheeses, Marsanne stands up to them all.

Wine Critic Reviews

"...creamy and engaging. Apricot, dried pear, chamomile and mint are nicely textured in the glass. Fermentation and aging in puncheon, with some lees stirring, adds attractive textural depth." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "More quince, toast, and dried herb notes emerge from the 2019 Marsanne Rodney's Vineyard, another medium-bodied, well-made, straightforward white." ~ Jeb Dunnuck