2018 The Steading Blanc
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Very attractive with more structure than the Woodcutterâs blend, this has a very attractively sweet, white-flower edge as well as pie crust and honeysuckle. The palate is exceptionally structured and the viognier punches above its weight. The apricots and peaches are stunning. A blend of 50% roussanne, 30% marsanne and 20% viognier. Drink now. Screw cap.
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Torbreck's 2018 The Steading Blanc is an estate-grown blend of 50% Roussanne, 30% Marsanne and 20% Viognier. The Roussanne is made and aged in stainless steel, the Marsanne goes into old oak and the Viognier goes into new oak (to tone down the aromatics and phenolics). The result is slightly floral on the nose but rich and creamy on the palate. It's full-bodied, offering up flavors of pear, melon and apricot, and backed by a silky, plush texture and terrific length.
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Grenache Blanc / Garnacha Blanca, Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier
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Dry