RVG

The 2016 vintage in western Paso Robles was moderate compared with recent vintages – mostly cool throughout the season with a few warm spells to ripen the fruit. The temperatures of this quite coastal vineyard were ideal for retaining fresh flavors and acidity. Given that the soils hold water very well, minimal irrigation was applied during the 2016 growing season. Roussanne is definitely the most finicky of the three Rhône white varieties, requiring multiple passes to ensure uniformity of ripeness with each successive harvest. Harvest began on September 24th with the Viognier and continued for another 17 days with the other varietals, until the last of the Roussanne and Grenache Blanc were picked. The resulting wine is a blend of 3 specific wines chosen from several subtle picks, which beautifully reflects the creative efforts of both the vineyard and winemaking teams with an elegantly complex, yet subtle Rhône white blend!