| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Collectible Style |
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| Appearance | Straw. | ||
| Aroma | Can be quite reduced in youth. Intense melon, earthy, sorrel, whole wheat flour. | ||
| Flavor | Quite sweet and earthy with plenty of acid. | ||
| Balance | |||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Terroir | High latitude, long summer days, moderating lake effect prevents winter kill, moderates temprature, and creates wind that dries vines. Well-drained benches 500-1,200 feet. | ||