Muscat Ottonell
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Wine Specs
Harvest Date
8/7/2023
Acid
7.9 g/L
pH
3.1
Aging
Stainless Steel
Fermentation
Tank
Bottling Date
6/2024
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The nose dazzles with a bouquet of deep florals and the vibrant aromas of bright tropical fruit. On the palate, the wine is round and rich, with a lively effervescence that dances gracefully, adding a touch of elegance and freshness to its smooth, full-bodied character. This wine is considered "off-dry."
Vineyard Notes
2023 was an exceptional vintage. A lack of precipitation, and warm, bright days distinguished this vintage from others. The wines carry a weight and concentration that is increasingly associated with premium sites in Virginia.
Production Notes
The fruit came in clean, was chilled over night then whole cluster pressed. The juice was allowed to settle overnight then racked to fermentor. We used a neutral yeast strain and fermented hot to help mitigate the over the top aromatics that are often associated with Muscat. Made sparkling in the Charmat Method.
Winemaker Notes
With the ripeness of the vintage we dialed extraction back a bit to preserve the balance in the wines. Fermentations went smoothly, from start to finish. The 2023 vintage is widely considered to be the best vintage in Virginia on memory.
Production
60 cases