Cart 2006 Qupe Roussanne Bien Nacido Vineyard Hillside Estate Santa Maria Valley
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| Style: | White Wine |
| Grape Type: | Roussanne |
| Region: | Central Coast |
About Qupe
Bob Lindquist was an early proponent of Rhône varieties in California, and not just red grapes. His rich, thick Roussanne, often quite uncompromising in the early going, benefits from decanting or short-term cellaring while his early-bottled and considerably less expensive Marsann... more
Expert Reviews
Very rich and very well-fruited with top-notes of honey and hardwood spice to its themes of optimally ripened pears, Qupe's Roussanne surprises by showing a little more nervy acidity than expected once in the mouth. Even if a touch tangy and slightly hot at the end, it is just as fruity at the finish as it is at the start, and it should stay in good shape and grow for several years.
Slightly hazy light gold. Smoky, floral-accented aromas of orange, white peach and nectarine. Light-bodied pit fruit flavors are sweetened by vanilla and complicated by brown spices and sweet butter. Packs very good flavor punch, with no excess fat and an intriguing candied licorice quality. The bright finish features excellent clarity and mineral grip.
