2023 Chenin Blanc
2023 Chenin Blanc
1282 bottles produced
Grapes Grown by Fabian Eliveres in Picacho Hills, New Mexico
Bright and refreshing, this New Mexico Chenin Blanc opens with aromas of green apple, pear, and honeysuckle. Crisp citrus and ripe orchard fruits shine on the palate, balanced by lively acidity and a subtle mineral edge. The finish is clean, vibrant, and wonderfully refreshing.
Appearance
Bright pale straw with green reflections; lively and youthful in the glass.
Nose
Aromatic with notes of crisp green apple, quince, pear, and honeysuckle, lifted by hints of citrus zest.
Palate
Fresh and fruit-forward with flavors of ripe orchard fruit, melon, and subtle tropical tones like pineapple and guava. A delicate honeyed note emerges with air.
Structure
Light- to medium-bodied, with vibrant acidity that reflects New Mexico’s diurnal shifts. Balanced fruit and minerality, finishing dry with a touch of roundness.
Finish
Clean, refreshing, and persistent, leaving impressions of pear, citrus, and chalky minerality.