2006 Columbia Valley Rainshadow
Released August 3rd, 2007
Price $15.00

• Fruit: 40% Semillon / 60% Sauvignon Blanc
• Appellation (AVA): Columbia Valley
• Vineyards: Semillon: Inland Desert Vineyard and Les Collines Vineyards; Sauvignon Blanc: Spring Creek Vineyards and Wahluke Slope Vineyards
• Vinification: Sauvignon Blanc was crushed prior to pressing, Semillon was whole cluster pressed. Barrel fermented in mixed cooperage (50% neutral French Oak, 40% stainless steel, 10% New French Oak). Partial Malolactic Fermentation.
• Aging: Six months sur lies in mixed cooperage barrels.
• Wine notes: This wine exhibits aromas of citrus, pear and tropical fruits. Partial malolactic fermentation enhances the fruit aroma and preserves acidity. With proper cellaring this wine should age well for two to three years.
• Production: 351 case