2008 Hagafen Lodi Roussanne: Ripken Vineyard
New Release! This Roussanne is produced from grapes grown in the Ripken Vineyard, a site renowned for its ability to lend white varietals complexity and fruitiness, qualities required for a food friendly wine such as this one. The addition of a small amount of Marsanne adds hints of almond to complement the bouquet of sweet citrus, wild flowers, and tea. This mouth-watering wine fills the palate with a well integrated mix of lemon, grapefruit, almond, and bitter melon. Long-aging, this wine should be enjoyable for many years and is an ideal accompaniment for a range of dishes.
This Roussanne is produced from grapes grown in the Ripken Vineyard, a site renowned for its ability to lend white varietals complexity and fruitiness, qualities required for a food friendly wine such as this one. The addition of a small amount of Marsanne adds hints of almond to complement the bouquet of sweet citrus, wild flowers, and tea. This mouth-watering wine fills the palate with a well integrated mix of lemon, grapefruit, almond, and bitter melon. Long-aging, this wine should be enjoyable for many years and is an ideal accompaniment for a range of dishes.
Gold Medal, Best of Class -- New World International Wine Competition
Gold Medal -- Monterey Wine Competition
Wine Specs
| Vintage | 2008 |
| Varietal | Roussanne |
| Appellation | Napa Valley |
| Vineyard Designation | Ripken Vineyard |
| Sugar | 25.2 Brix at harvest |
| Acid | 6.7 g/L |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Alcohol % | 13.00% |
Wine Profile
Production Notes
90% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne
