2024 Outward Shell Creek Vineyard Chenin Blanc Paso Robles, USA
2024 Outward Shell Creek Vineyard Chenin Blanc Paso Robles, USA

2024 Outward Shell Creek Vineyard Chenin Blanc Paso Robles, USA

$37.00

Planted in 1971, Shell Creek Vineyard is among the first vineyards planted in San Luis Obispo County. The vineyard is located in the Paso Robles Highlands District and is organically farmed by the sixth generation Sinton family of California farmers. Since 2013, Daniel Sinton has been carefully overseeing the Shell Creek Vineyard and cattle of the Avenales and Canyon Ranches.

The 2024 Shell Creek Chenin Blanc was harvested over two picks: one in late August and the other in early September. The grapes from our first pick were foot-stomped and soaked on the skins for 24 hours before pressing, while the latter pick was sent direct-to-press. The juice was then settled overnight and racked to neutral oak barrels where it underwent a native yeast fermentation. Once fermentation was complete, the barrels were topped and aged for 10 months without disturbing the lees. Minimal sulfur was added for stability before bottling without fining or filtration.

The 2024 Shell Creek Chenin Blanc balances opulence and freshness. Aromas of quince, ripe pear, white flowers, ginger, wool, a bit o’ honey, and wet stone all waft from the glass, while vibrant acidity and minerality invigorate the palate.
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