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Vidal Blanc Ice Wine

Vidal Blanc Ice Wine Wine Details
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Description: Ice wine requires unique timing, patience, and cold weather. This vintage was harvested at night on December 14, 2007, while the grapes were frozen. Pressing follows immediately, allowing the separation of the ice crystals from the juice. Sugar at harvest 34.7 Degrees Brix. Residual sugar at bottling, 20.3 Degrees Brix, TA 0.96, ph 3.58. Taste it and you will know the effort was worth it. This is a special treat.

Varietal Definition
Vidal Blanc:
A white French hybrid once widely planted in the south of France, it is more suitable for growing in warm and humid climates like the South. These vines are prolific, producing large golden berries, suitable for eating out of hand as table grapes. When vinified, Villard Blanc makes a fruity, mildly intense white wine (somewhat Sauvignon Blanc like) of fairly neutral and simple flavors. Primarily used for blending.


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