Mudd West Vineyard Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from the vintage release to appreciate its vibrant freshness.
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Fresh oysters, grilled striped bass, goat cheese salad
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Sourced from the historic Mudd West Vineyard on the North Fork of Long Island, this wine highlights the deep viticultural roots of the region. The vineyard, planted and meticulously managed by the pioneering Mudd family, benefits from sandy loam soils and a tempering maritime climate. Channing Daughters crafts this Sauvignon Blanc to express both the bright, breezy coastal terroir and a sophisticated texture. By utilizing a combination of stainless steel tanks and neutral oak barrels for fermentation and aging, the winemaking team coaxes out a beautiful tension between crisp, zesty citrus notes and a subtle, creamy weight on the palate, celebrating the unique synergy between North Fork fruit and South Fork artisanal winemaking.
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Established in 1982 by Walter Channing on the South Fork of Long Island in Bridgehampton, New York, Channing Daughters Winery is a pioneering estate renowned for its artisanal, small-batch approach to winemaking. Under the guidance of winemaker and partner Christopher Tracy, the winery manages over twenty-five acres of vines, focusing on sustainable viticulture, hand-harvesting, and wild-yeast fermentations. Channing Daughters is celebrated for its experimental spirit, championing unique varietals like Tocai Friulano, Lagrein, and Teroldego alongside traditional grapes, and crafting highly acclaimed skin-contact orange wines, field blends, and site-specific Chardonnays. Signature expressions such as the skin-fermented Meditazione, the wild-yeast L'Enfant Sauvage Chardonnay, and the crisp Scuttlehole Chardonnay exemplify their commitment to expressing the distinct maritime terroir of the East End.