Aperture Chenin Blanc CkarksburgThe 2023 Aperture Cellars Chenin Blanc is a highly acclaimed, dry white wine crafted by award winning winemaker Jesse Katz. Sourced from a heritage vineyard in the Clarksburg AVA, it is prized for its vibrant acidity, mineral depth, and unique production methods. Profile Overview Appellation: Clarksburg AVA (Sacramento River Central Valley, California) Vine Age: Sourced from old vines planted in the 1940s Alcohol Content: 12. 2% AB Flavor & Aromatics
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The 2023 Aperture Cellars Chenin Blanc is a highly acclaimed, dry white wine crafted by award-winning winemaker Jesse Katz. Sourced from a heritage vineyard in the Clarksburg AVA, it is prized for its vibrant acidity, mineral depth, and unique production methods.
Profile Overview
Appellation: Clarksburg AVA (Sacramento River / Central Valley, California)
Vine Age: Sourced from old vines planted in the 1940s
Alcohol Content: 12.2% AB
Flavor & Aromatics
Nose: Highly aromatic with notes of white blossoms, baby powder, starfruit, candied citrus, and subtle hints of candle wax or flint.
Palate: Medium-bodied and linear, featuring a core of yuzu, mango, lemon curd, and white peach.
Finish: Crisp and refreshing with a signature saline, "crunchy sea salt" mineral finish.
Winemaking Process
The unique texture of this wine comes from its careful cool-fermentation and diverse aging vessels:
Harvest: Night-harvested to retain natural acidity.
Aging Program: Aged on the lees for 6 months.
Vessels: Split into 75% stainless-steel barrels, 20% neutral French oak, and 5% cement tanks.
Critical Acclaim
The 2023 vintage received exceptional praise from top critics:
Wine Spectator: 91 Points (Ranked #71 on the Top 100 Wines of 2024)