Nose
Staying true to form in honoring the 2017 vintage, our Verméil opens with aromas of honeysuckle, cherry blossom, tangerine, and apples that beckon on a delicate mousse of bubbles.
Palate
Luscious flavors evoke notes of honey, baked apple, ginger, marmalade, and lychee filling the wine's long finish and approachable mid-palate.
Harvest
In 2017, Carneros was gifted with its 3rd wettest winter in 125 years, refilling reservoirs and aquifers that had been depleted in the previous drought years. Happy vines developed healthy canopies which tempered the higher-than-average temperatures and brief heat spikes that characterized the growing season. Harvest began on August 7th, a fairly typical start date in Carneros. The resulting wines show beautiful depth, concentration, and freshness.
Food Pairing
Our 2017 Verméil accompanies well for sweet desserts, such as Panna Catta, and even savory entrees, or a classic fresh shellfish. This delicious wine may be appreciated with brunch, before dinner, or with entrees enhanced with fruit sauces or sweet reductions. Founding winemaker Eileen Crane loves pairing this wine with a rich poundcake.