2019 J. Lohr Gesture
Grenache Blanc
Currently sold out
Pale yellow in color, the 2019 J. Lohr Gesture Grenache Blanc offers aromas of apple blossom, daffodil, lemongrass, and Asian pear. These aromas are complemented by the elegant, balanced palate of ripe green apple, lemon zest, and a hint of white nectarine, with smooth minerality and a long, textured finish.
Wine Details
Cellaring
5 years
Enjoyable now and will age well through 2024.
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Origin
Adelaida District, Paso Robles AVA, San Luis Obispo County, CA
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Fermentation
In barrel and poly tank for an average of 13 days
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Maturation
In acacia barrels and poly tank for 7 months
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Food Pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif with fromage blanc or gruyère, or with an entrée of Bouillabaisse or grilled halibut.
Composition Blend
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100%
Grenache Blanc
Vineyard
The grapes for the Gesture Grenache Blanc are sourced from our Gean Vineyard in the Adelaida District of western Paso Robles. Planted in 2010, it is the westernmost vineyard in the Paso Robles AVA. With a climate nearly identical to that of the Northern Rhône, combined with well-drained soils of calcareous shale and weathered sandstone, the terroir of this vineyard is a perfect match for growing Grenache Blanc. The warm days with southern and western exposures on this hillside vineyard help to naturally develop ripe, lush flavors, while the cool nights allow for hangtime, giving the wines power and depth.
Vintage
The spring of 2019 in western Paso Robles was cool compared with recent vintages. Minimal irrigation was applied during most of the growing season until the heat of early September. For this blend of Grenache Blanc, we harvested the block in two picks, to optimize flavor development due to different sun exposures on each side of the vine. Hand harvesting of the grapes took place on September 19th and October 8th, resulting in a refreshing, intriguing, and complex blend.
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