2022 Marsanne

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Marsanne

Wine Enthusiast

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 & concrete tank of which 29% were new

Cooperage

Mercurey, Ermitage

Technical Data

Composition

100% Marsanne (Clone: Zaca Mesa)

Alcohol %

12.0

Acidity

0.620 g/100mL

3.31

Harvest Brix

19.7

Harvest Date

10/7/22

Production

182 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

"Flinty aromas of struck match meet with tropical and citrus fruits on the earthy nose of this bottling. The palate is firmly structured, with flavors of smoked chicken, grilled lemon and pear flesh." ~ Wine Enthusiast "The 2022 Marsanne Rodney's Vineyard offers notable density and phenolic richness. Lemon confit, chamomile and crushed flowers fill out the layers in this attractive, expressive dry white." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "The 2022 Marsanne Rodney's Vineyard offers more stone fruits, orange blossom, and blanched almond notes to go with a medium-bodied, nicely textured, balanced style on the palate. It brings plenty of richness, good acidity, and should evolve nicely over the coming 7-8 years." ~ Jeb Dunnuck