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Van Westen Vineyards Vivacious 2005
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFloral, mineral, pear skin, lees aromas with a touch of struck matchstick. Dry, tart, crisp and somewhat austere with green apple skin, citrus rind, mineral, herbal flavours. Simple, very tart, austere style that needs food. The blend combines tank and barrel fermented sur lie style pinot blanc (96%) with a touch of pinot gris (4%).Tasted: 05 March 2007Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $17.90 | 750ml | winery direct and private wine shops |
Blend: Pinot Blanc - Pinot GrisUPC: 6269900055730