2020 Hope Rising
Starfield Estate El Dorado AVA
TASTING NOTES
This beautiful Rhône-style white wine blend of Marsanne, Viognier, and Vermentino is a superb standout! The captivating bouquet opens with fresh cut lilacs, guava, bright lemongrass, and pomelo while hints of gardenia and chamomile interlace seamlessly. The palate is concentrated with lush stone fruits and balanced with fresh pops of vivacious acidity. Flavors of white peach coat the palate and are complemented by a vein of fresh lemon curd and tropical lychee. The palate is delightfully opulent but held upright by a vibrant swathe of acidity that extends through the sumptuous finish. Drink now through 2024.
WINE PROFILE
| Grape Variety: | 45% Marsanne, 35% Viognier, 20% Vermentino |
| Appellation: | El Dorado AVA |
| Vineyard: | Starfield Estate |
| Vines: | Planted 2014-2016 |
| Elevation & Site: | 2,300 feet. Steep, east-facing slopes extend to the bottom of the hill. East-west rows. The coolest parts of the vineyard |
| Alcohol: | 14.7% |
| pH: | 3.51 |
| Acidity g/L: | 5.65 |
| Cellaring: | Barrel fermented and stored on lees for 6 months in 10% new French oak and 90% neutral French oak. Stirred monthly. |
| Bottling Date: | June 2021 |
| Production: | 252 cases |
Food Pairing
Sushi with Spicy and Creamy Sauces, Chicken Piccata, Wood Fired Octopus with Romesco Sauce, Lobster Salad & Avocado Salad with Diced Mango drizzled with a Spicy Thai Chili Sweet Sauce, Herbed Goat Cheese topped with Peaches and Prosciutto.... and many more cheese, charcuterie, and other hors d'oeuvres.
Recommended Recipes
- Grilled Fig Prociutto and Chevre Salad
- Grilled Balsamic Peach Pork Tenderloin
- Chipotle Lime Corn Cobs
- Lentil Walnut Salad