Mudd West Vineyard Tocai Friulano
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from the vintage release to capture its vibrant freshness and delicate floral aromatics.
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prosciutto wrapped melon, grilled sea bass, pasta with pesto genovese
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This distinctive white wine highlights the pioneering spirit of Long Island viticulture, sourcing fruit from the renowned Mudd West Vineyard on the North Fork, meticulously managed by the legendary Mudd family. Channing Daughters has long been at the forefront of experimenting with non-traditional varieties in New York, and their expression of Tocai Friulano (often simply called Friulano) is a testament to this curiosity. Cultivated in well-drained, sandy loam soils under the tempering influence of the Peconic Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, the grapes develop a beautiful balance of crisp acidity and moderate sugars. The wine is typically fermented in stainless steel to preserve its pristine, primary aromatics, resulting in a texturally intriguing white characterized by notes of green pear, bitter almond, wild field flowers, and a signature saline minerality that reflects its maritime heritage.
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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.