2023 Moscato
Tasting Notes
Our 2023 Moscato bursts with vibrant tropical aromas and flavors. Light-bodied and refreshing, it opens with fresh mango, white peach, and ripe papaya, followed by layers of juicy pineapple and exotic star fruit. A touch of natural sweetness is balanced by crisp acidity, delivering a bright, refreshing finish.
Vineyard Designation
100% estate grown
Vintage Notes
The 2023 vintage in Washington State was what we like to call a “normal” year. A mild winter gave way to a cool early spring, followed by record-high temperatures in mid-April that jump-started vine growth. Steady spring weather allowed for healthy development and well-balanced crop loads. June and July brought intense heat (among the hottest on record) speeding up ripening and leading to slightly lower acidity. Despite the rapid pace, 2023 produced an exceptional vintage. The whites are vibrant with tropical fruit and crisp acidity, while the reds show depth, dark berry flavors, refined tannins, and great aging potential.
Winemaking Notes
This wine is made from Muscat Canelli grapes sourced from our estate vineyard. Crafted in the Kabinett style, the grapes were harvested early in their sugar development to retain vibrant acidity, fresh fruit character, and moderate alcohol. Picked in early September at 20.7° Brix, the grapes were pressed as whole clusters without de-stemming to preserve delicate aromatics. After a gentle pressing, the juice was cold settled for 72 hours, then racked off its lees and inoculated with a specialized yeast strain to enhance and preserve fresh fruit characteristics. Fermented slowly at cool temperatures of 56°F over 3.5 weeks, the wine maintained its vibrant freshness and expressive citrus and tropical fruit notes. Fermentation was halted early to retain the wine’s natural residual sugar and achieve a harmonious balance of sweetness and acidity. Post-fermentation, the wine remained on its fine lees with biweekly bâtonnage for two months to build mouthfeel and enhance mid-palate richness. The wine was then cold-stabilized and filtered before bottling.
* Produced in a Vegan Manner (No animal byproducts used in the production of this wine)
Food Pairing
• Thai Chicken Curry with Jasmine Rice
• Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
• Goat Cheese and Honey Crostini
• Fresh Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce
• Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Berries
• Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Drizzle
• Melon and Prosciutto Skewers
• Mixed Green Salad with Strawberries and Feta
• Coconut Panna Cotta with Tropical Fruit
- Varietal Composition: 100% Muscat Canelli
- Appellation: Yakima Valley
- Cases Produced: 374
- Alcohol: 8.8%
- pH: 3.29
- Acidity: 7.1 g/L
- RS: 4.8%
- Ageability: Drink now through 2035, with peak maturity around 2030. (Best enjoyed chilled)