Variety - (Non-Alcohlic) Sparkling 95% Chenin Blanc, 5% Muscat Canelli
Winemaker - Julia and Alex Littauer
Appellation - Clarksburg, CA
Vineyard - Alcohol - Less than 0.5%
Case Production - n/a
Vinification and Elevage - Fermented in stainless steel. How is the alcohol removed? We distill the wine at a low temperature in a vacuum to keep as many aromas and flavors as possible. This gently boils off the alcohol, resulting in an alcohol-removed wine. Next, we blend in a minimal amount of grape juice concentrate to get the exact balance we're looking for. In winemaking terms, think of it like a dosage in Champagne.
We do not add any additional sugars, sweeteners or natural or artificial flavors. Only wine and grapes here!
Chenin Blanc has something for everyone. This white wine grape variety from the Loire Valley of France is high in acidity meaning it can be used to make everything from sparkling wines to well-balanced dessert wines. Chenin Blanc makes lithe, dry summer whites and sparkling wines. It also offers oak-aged styles with similar flavors to Chardonnay. Thus, there really is a Chenin Blanc wine for every occasion. Apple, pear and honey are all commonly recognized flavors in chenin blanc from around the world.
