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Ellison Estate Asters & Clover 2021 750ml

Ellison Estate

$46.99
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SKU:
LC9837
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Producer:
Ellison Estate
Subcategory:
White Blend
Country:
United States
Region:
Vermont
Raw Materials:
Prairie Star, La Crescent
Vintage:
2021
Volume:
750ml
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Winemakers’ note: “The ancient Greek word for Aster means star. Throughout the growing season, asters of varying colors and sizes dapple and then blanket our vineyard floor as we near harvest. These ethereal flowers seem particularly drawn to our celestially-inspired varieties: Prairie Star and La Crescent. The steadfast clover is the supporting actor, also found in various hues and heights. It forms the base of a diverse and resilient native cover crop. The biodiversity of our vineyard flora enriches our soil and breathes life into our wine.”

“This wine was born in 2019 when we were first learning about the varieties on the vineyard. Not overly impressed with the still Prairie Star and La Crescent wines, blending trials ensued, and we were blown away by how these two varieties married and elevated each other. Prairie Star, a more full-bodied white with subtle tropical undertones balances out the high acid, aromatic character of La Crescent.”

Grapes: 50% Prairie Star, 50% La Crescent

Vineyard: All EEV wines are estate wines grown by the Knapiks on their vineyard in Grand Isle, VT. Low-vigor rocky silt loam soils on a bedrock of limestone with some patches of clay. Planted between 2005 and 2011, farmed organically with biodynamic principles (not certified). All work is done by hand by Rob, Kendra and their crew.

Making of: the grapes are hand-harvested and pressed, primary fermentation of both varieties together in a covered macro bin, approximately 2 weeks on skins before pressing. Aged in stainless steel and glass, approximately 8 months, bottled in June after one racking. No filtering, no fining, 25ppm S02 added just before bottling.

Personality: Bright and floral, well balanced between acidity, minerality and fruity flavors (candied lemon, honey crisp apple). Dry yet smooth, perfect with roasted thyme chicken, grilled lamb and veggies with tzatziki, curries, and white fish.