We are big fans of Bouchaine around here. And proud of it! A winery with significant historical roots, Bouchaine inhabits the oldest continually operated winery in Carneros with vines first planted in the mid-1800s. Completely renovated and updated, new ownership hired Michael Richmond as winemaker and general manager. With over 30 years experience in Carneros, (he founded Acacia), he set new standards in both the vineyard and winemaking. The modest price belies these efforts. Mike said that he wanted the oak to be transparent, with a wisp of spice, and he kept the malolactic to 50%. The fruit is all estate and the oak was only 30% new, which most definitely begat the desired result. This bodacious beauty is crisp and multi-tropical, coating the palate with added hints of peach, citrus, lemon crème, spice and vanilla.
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