ROUSSANNE 2021

Roussanne is a white wine grape grown mainly in the northern portion of France’s Rhône region. Roussanne can produce delicate, refined wines and is best known for its use in the white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage, and Saint-Joseph. Roussanne is also one of the four white grapes allowed in the red wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This newly-released Roussanne was blended with a touch of Riesling, adding an extra layer of complexity to it.

Blend: 85% Roussanne, 15% Riesling
Grower/Vineyard: Jones Vineyards, Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, WA

Winemaker’s Tasting Notes
Color: pale straw
Aroma: fresh peaches, pear, tropical fruit, floral
Palate: pineapple, lime, grapefruit, melon
Body: light
Finish: crisp, refreshing, inviting
Foods: roasted turkey or chicken, chicken salad sandwiches, shrimp pasta, avocado, ham
Cheeses: Goat, Gouda, Monterey Jack, Brie, Camembert