Le Cigare Blanc 2021

BONNY DOON VINEYARD

Le Cigare Blanc
2021

$25.60

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.00
Product code
14602900
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Store Only
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$22.27
Country
United States
Regulated designation
American Viticultural Areas (AVA)
Region
California
Subregion
Santa Cruz, Central Coast
Varietal(s)
Vermentino 73 %
Grenache Blanc 23 %
Clairette 4 %
Alcohol percentage
14.1%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1.2 g/l
Closure type
Metal screw cap
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About this winery

Founded in 1983 by Randall Grahm, Bonny Doon Vineyard is located in Santa Cruz, California. Randall is one of the first California winemakers have adopted the Rhone varietals, which earned him the nickname "The Rhone Ranger." Grahm is a leader in biodynamic agriculture. In addressing the issue of abandonment of brands and model of production based traders cellars, he told the New York Times, "We must act in accordance with his own words. Produce wine from purchased grapes is less risky, but you...

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Tasting notes

While the blend features Grenache Blanc in the majority, it is really the Vermentino character that shines through in this wine - pineapple, lime, mango, and pine tree, herbal under brush and wet stones. There is a lively acidity on the palate and the addition of Clairette Blanche to the blend adds sustained length to the palate. Alcohol well in hand and quite delicate in weight - just a delicious, refreshing gulp of wine. - Randall Grahm (Winemaker/Founder)