Varietals: 90% Sauvignon Blanc / 10% Roussanne
Growing area: Golan Heights
Harvest dates: Roussanne: 8.8.23 / Sauvignon Blanc 08/23
Production process: The Sauvignon Blanc grapes - the basis of the wine - were harvested by hand at 3 different times and at several levels of ripeness in August. The grapes were pressed using several techniques with different maceration times on their skins. About a third of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and matured on its lees in large 500-liter French oak barrels, made with a gentle toasting for us in Burgundy, France. The rest of the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks at a low temperature to preserve the aromatics and freshness unique to the varieties.
Tasting notes: This year the Sauvignon Blanc was given a higher expression in the blend with the addition of Roussanne for subtle seasoning. The Sauvignon Blanc enriches the wine with refined floral aromas, and citrus and herbaceous tones. The Roussanne adds complexity, warmth and slightly expands the narrow structure of the Sauvignon and enriches it with additional and unique aromas of its own.