2022 Inspiration White

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

White Blend

Wine Enthusiast

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney’s Vineyard (Blocks H, 2, G & K1) from Fess Parker home ranch located in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged for 8 months in 100% French oak (3) 500L puncheons & older French oak barrels, of which 29% were new

Cooperage

Mercurey, Bel Air

Technical Data

Composition

51% Marsanne, 26% Viognier, 23% Grenache Blanc

Alcohol %

12.3

Acidity

0.680 g/100mL

3.33

Harvest Brix

19.7-23.9

Harvest Date

9/15 - 10/7/22

Production

181 cases

Description

Inspiration is a white Rhône style blend with tropical aromas of white flowers, jasmine and honeydew melon intertwined with hints of vanilla, nectarine and orange marmalade. Tangerine, vanilla and almond flavors flood the palate followed by hints of honeysuckle and lemon cream.

The Marsanne base contributes to the richness and acidity of this food friendly blend, while Roussanne intensifies the aromatic profile and Viognier adds weight and a hint of stone fruit flavors.

Pair with shellfish, chicken, pork and vegetable dishes prepared with savory butter or creamsauces.

Wine Critic Reviews

"There's a smoked chicken kick to the nose of this blend...as well as singed Meyer lemon peel and chipped flint aromas. The palate is tense and brisk with lime and grapefruit pith as well as smoked apple-flesh flavors." ~ Wine Enthusiast "I loved the 2022 Inspiration White…It reveals a complex, satisfying nose of stone fruits, orange blossom, toasted bread, and chalky minerals. Richly textured, medium-bodied, fleshy, and mouth-filling, it has good acidity and a clean, classy finish. Drink bottles any time over the coming 2-4 years." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "...offers lovely aromatic brightness and mineral cut to play off a core of citrus and orchard fruit. Aging in cask with blocked malolactic fermentation keeps the flavors bright. Pretty floral top notes from the Viognier extend the finish." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous