2024 Muscat Canelli - Mendocino
History
The Muscat grape is known for its distinctively perfumed floral and fruity aromas. We find that these delicate flavors are accentuated in a semi-sweet style wine. Our Muscat Canelli vines flourish in the warm and fertile Ukiah Valley along the banks of the Russian River, where the gravelly loam soils help the vines produce exceptionally aromatic fruit.
Winemaking
Muscat Canelli stands out for its remarkable ability to capture the essence of the grapes, offering a taste that mirrors the fresh, vibrant flavor of the fruit straight from the vine. During fermentation, the entire winery is filled with the intoxicating aromas of delicate flower petals and ripe stone fruit, creating a sensory experience that's nothing short of enchanting. As the sugars, acidity, and alcohol slowly come into harmony, we stop the fermentation to retain some of the wine's natural sweetness. Made in stainless steel tanks, the wine is bottled quickly, ensuring the preservation of its fragrant bouquet and bright, lively flavors.
Tasting Notes
Our Muscat Canelli enchants the senses with its luminous golden hue and an alluring bouquet of ripe peach, orange blossom, and honeyed apricot, layered with delicate hints of jasmine and citrus zest. Its gently sweet, refreshing profile glides across the palate. It offers a lively balance of fruit and floral notes with a crisp, aromatic finish. This expressive wine pairs beautifully with dishes like spiced Thai coconut curry, creamy goat cheese crostini, lightly glazed roasted chicken, and even a fresh fruit tart.
Technical
Harvest Date: Sept 2, 2024
Sugar at Harvest: 24.2° Brix
Alcohol: 11.8%
pH: 3.3
Total acid: 7.00 g/L
Residual sugar: 5%
Fermentation: Cold fermented in steel tanks
Maturation: 6 months in tank
Release Date: April, 2026
Cellaring: 1-2 years with careful aging
Husch Vineyards
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Mail Address: PO Box 189, Talmage, CA 95481
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