Malene Rose

The 2016 Malene Rosé is reminiscent of the fine Rosés of Provence, both mouth-filling and crisp, dry and complex. The Grenache supplies the backbone with copious honeydew melon and strawberry aromatics, as well as a delicious creamy texture on the palate. The Vermentino lifts the fragrance of the wine, adding notes of white flowers and lychee. Cinsault is exuberant and fresh with a fruity character similar to Grenache. The Mourvedre is very savory and imparts a slightly herbaceous character, intermingled with a flinty minerality. Mourvedre also fleshes out the texture and length on the palate. With plenty of fruit intensity and a clean, long acid driven finish, this wine will pair well with cuisine ranging from fresh oysters to pasta puttanesca.

APPELLATION
45% Santa Ynez Valley
29% Paso Robles
13% Russian River Valley
10% Monterey
3% Edna Valley

VARIETAL
59% Grenache
13% Cinsault
13% Vermentino
12% Mourvedre
3% Counoise

ALCOHOL
13.1%

pH
3.25

TITRATABLE ACIDITY
6.6 g/L

AGING POTENTIAL
Designed to be enjoyed fresh and young,
consume within 2 years of vintage date.

RELEASE DATE
February 2017

Region Description

Edna Valley is directly south of the coastal town of San Louis Obispo. The region was gained recognition in the 1970's for its chardonnay. Gewürztraminer and pinot noir have been planted as well but the results have not been as rewarding as the chardonnay. Low hills on three sides give the valley an open cup shape that collects moisture laden air from the Pacific Ocean. The cool, steady temperatures and fog cover result in a very long growing season producing very unique wine.