Hand-harvested from two old vine vineyards planted in the late 1970s (Upland) and early 1980s (Roza Hills), this fresh, dry, 100% Chenin blanc was fermented naturally with native yeast and aged in neutral French oak barrels and stainless steel drums. It was bentonite fined and sterile filtered before bottling this spring. 292 cases produced

Tasting Notes: The 2023 Chenin smells like honeydew melon, crisp Asian pear and Romaine lettuce rib. It’s lean and linear in the mouth with refreshing mouthwatering acidity like a slice of lime in mineral water. It tastes great with this Tahini Caesar salad from Eden Grinchpan “Eating Out Loud”.

2023 Orr Wines Chenin Blanc- This 2023 Chenin Blanc combines fruit from the Upland and Roza Hills Vineyards. Pale in the glass, this was stored in a combination of neutral French oak and stainless steel drums. This saw a touch of lees stirring and offers salted cashew nut and ripe pear that combines with melon tones on the palate. This is fresh and polished stuff that will pair with millions of foods. Drink 2024-2031- 93 points Owen Bargreen