Jolie-Laide 'Rodnick Farm', Melon de Bourgogne, Chalone, San Benito Co., California 2024
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Jolie-Laide, led by winemaker Scott Schultz, is celebrated for crafting minimal-intervention wines that highlight unique varietals and exceptional vineyard sites.
The 'Melon de Bourgogne' is a perfect example of their approach, highlighting the purity and elegance of this lesser-known variety in the cool, mountainous Chalone AVA.
- WINEMAKER: Scott Schultz
- FARMING: Practicing organic; dry-farmed vines
- VARIETY: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
- TERROIR: The Melon de Bourgogne grapes for this wine are sourced from the Chalone AVA, a high-elevation region in the Gavilan Mountains, known for its limestone-rich soils and cool climate. The region’s diurnal temperature swings help the grapes retain bright acidity while developing complex flavors. The steep slopes and well-draining soils produce small yields, resulting in concentrated, mineral-driven wines.
- VINIFICATION: The grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. The wine undergoes fermentation with native yeasts in stainless steel to preserve the varietal character and fresh, crisp profile. The wine is then aged on its lees for several months to add texture and complexity.
- AGING: Aged 6 months in stainless steel tanks on lees
- TASTING NOTES: The 2024 'Melon de Bourgogne' is a refreshing and vibrant wine with aromas of green apple, citrus blossom, and a subtle hint of wet stone. On the palate, it is crisp and clean with flavors of lemon zest, green melon, and a distinct minerality. The wine has a bright acidity that is balanced by a round, creamy mouthfeel, leading to a long, refreshing finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: This wine pairs wonderfully with oysters, grilled shellfish, fresh goat cheese, or a citrusy quinoa salad. It also complements lighter seafood dishes, such as halibut or ceviche.
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SCORES:
- 92 points, Vinous
- 91 points, Wine Enthusiast
Jolie-Laide, led by winemaker Scott Schultz, is celebrated for crafting minimal-intervention wines that highlight unique varietals and exceptional vineyard sites.
The 'Melon de Bourgogne' is a perfect example of their approach, highlighting the purity and elegance of this lesser-known variety in the cool, mountainous Chalone AVA.
- WINEMAKER: Scott Schultz
- FARMING: Practicing organic; dry-farmed vines
- VARIETY: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
- TERROIR: The Melon de Bourgogne grapes for this wine are sourced from the Chalone AVA, a high-elevation region in the Gavilan Mountains, known for its limestone-rich soils and cool climate. The region’s diurnal temperature swings help the grapes retain bright acidity while developing complex flavors. The steep slopes and well-draining soils produce small yields, resulting in concentrated, mineral-driven wines.
- VINIFICATION: The grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. The wine undergoes fermentation with native yeasts in stainless steel to preserve the varietal character and fresh, crisp profile. The wine is then aged on its lees for several months to add texture and complexity.
- AGING: Aged 6 months in stainless steel tanks on lees
- TASTING NOTES: The 2024 'Melon de Bourgogne' is a refreshing and vibrant wine with aromas of green apple, citrus blossom, and a subtle hint of wet stone. On the palate, it is crisp and clean with flavors of lemon zest, green melon, and a distinct minerality. The wine has a bright acidity that is balanced by a round, creamy mouthfeel, leading to a long, refreshing finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: This wine pairs wonderfully with oysters, grilled shellfish, fresh goat cheese, or a citrusy quinoa salad. It also complements lighter seafood dishes, such as halibut or ceviche.
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SCORES:
- 92 points, Vinous
- 91 points, Wine Enthusiast