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2020 Libelle Sparkling Picpoul Blanc Bottle Image

Halter Ranch Winery | Adelaida District
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Libelle Sparkling Picpoul Blanc 2020

$85.00 SOLD OUT
/ 750 ml
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The 2020 Libelle is a very unique offering as it is a sparkling wine made from 100% Picpoul Blanc grapes. The wine is vinified in the Methode Champenoise, where the secondary fermentation occurs in bottle to create natural carbonation. Aromas of crushed pineapple, lime, citrus, and a touch of cream jump from the glass. The entry is bright, crisp, reminiscent of celebration, with flavors of lemon, guava, and pear that segue into a balanced, clean finish.
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Body (Light - Full)
Med
Extra Light
Full
Taste (Dry - Sweet)
Bone Dry
Sweet
Profile (Earthy - Fruity)
Fruit (-)
Earth Forward
Fruit Forward
Highlights
  • Varietal percentages: 100% Picpoul Blanc
  • Vineyard(s): Halter Ranch Estate Vineyards
  • Vineyard Notes: The organic estate vineyard was initiated in 1996 and has since been expanded to its present 200 acres. Twenty grape varieties are planted on the steepest, most south-facing slopes on the property at an elevation reaching 1,950 feet and providing excellent sun exposure. Only 200 acres of Halter Ranch's 2,700 acres are dedicated to farming and structures with the remainder left to natural landscape, including oak woodland and wildlife corridors. Planting on only a small portion of the property's acreage preserves a diverse environment, mitigating the effects of a monoculture.
Winery Info
HALTER RANCH WINERY
All 256 acres of Estate vineyards are 100% CCOF certified organic. The certified organic Estate vineyards makes up only a small piece of the Halter Ranch estate. We are dedicated to preserving a diverse environment and mitigating the effects of a monoculture. With less than 10% of our property dedicated to farming and building development, the remainder is left to the natural landscape, which includes oak woodland and migratory wildlife corridors.
Shipping & Delivery Info
Shipping States
Halter Ranch Winery cannot ship to the following 8 states: AL, AR, DE, MS, RI, TX, UT, WV.
About this wine
2020 Libelle Sparkling Picpoul Blanc Bottle Image
Tasting Notes
The 2020 Libelle is a very unique offering as it is a sparkling wine made from 100% Picpoul Blanc grapes. The wine is vinified in the Methode Champenoise, where the secondary fermentation occurs in bottle to create natural carbonation. Aromas of crushed pineapple, lime, citrus, and a touch of cream jump from the glass. The entry is bright, crisp, reminiscent of celebration, with flavors of lemon, guava, and pear that segue into a balanced, clean finish.
Serving Instructions
  • Open immediately prior to serving. Serve Chilled
Glassware
  • Flute—Slim tapered shape highlights aromatics and helps to maintain the bead (aka bubbles).
Food Pairings
  • double or triple cream, raw oysters, crab cakes, risotto, citrus
Cheese Pairings
  • Soft/Semi-Soft / Soft Ripened / Washed Rind
Wine Details
This bottle has the following characteristics:
Appellation
Adelaida District
Winemaking Highlights
The base wine was fermented in a combination of a stainless-steel tank and two neutral French oak barrels. The various vessels were combined prior to putting the wine on tirage. This wine was vinified in the Method Champenoise, where the secondary fermentation occurred in bottle under a crown cap.
Aging
This wine was left on tirage (on its lees) for 30 months prior to disgorging.
Barrel
Stainless Steel and Neutral French Oak
Harvest Date
08/28/2020
pH
3.04
Titratable Acidity (TA)
8.2
ABV
11
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