Troon Vineyards, "Kubli Bench" Amber - 2020

Name: Troon Vineyards, "Kubli Bench" Amber
Brand: Troon Vineyard
SKU: 44879
Price: 32.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 44879 750 mL

A blend of Riesling, Vermentino, and Viognier from the unsung climes of Southern Oregon, this dry skin-contact white is a standout. Aromatic, fresh, and structured, it is nonetheless restrained and vibrant. It is whole cluster-pressed, fermented in used oak barrels, and aged on the skins in amphorae. Pair with Pacific salmon and roasted squash.

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Color

White

Vintage

2020

Country

USA

Region

Oregon

Sub-Region

Rogue River

Producer

Troon Vineyard

Grape Variety

Riesling

Vermentino

Viognier

Production Methods

Organic

Orange Wine (Skin Contact)

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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