Optu White
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Typically best enjoyed 1–5 years from vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character, though well-stored bottles can develop complex honeyed and nutty notes over 5–8 years.
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roasted chicken, grilled oysters, creamy seafood risotto
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Fidelitas, named after the Latin word for loyalty, showcases winemaker Charlie Hoppes' dedication to Washington State's premier terroirs. While the estate is highly regarded for its bold Red Mountain reds, the Optu White is a sophisticated homage to the classic dry white wines of Bordeaux's Graves region. This cuvée artfully blends Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, capturing a beautiful tension between vibrant acidity and rich, rounded texture. Typically fermented and aged in a combination of French oak and stainless steel, the wine offers a complex aromatic profile of citrus blossom, lemon curd, and subtle herbaceous notes, backed by a creamy mouthfeel and a mineral-driven finish that reflects the unique, sun-drenched soils of the Columbia Valley.
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Established in 2000 by acclaimed winemaker Charlie Hoppes, Fidelitas is a premier boutique winery deeply rooted in the Red Mountain AVA of Washington State. With a steadfast focus on crafting exceptional Bordeaux-style blends and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, the winery sources grapes from some of the region's most prestigious vineyards, including Champoux, Ciel du Cheval, and Quintessence, alongside their own estate plantings. Fidelitas is renowned for its modern, precise winemaking techniques, utilizing carefully selected French and American oak barrels to shape wines of remarkable concentration, structure, and aging potential. Under Hoppes' expert guidance, the estate has become a benchmark producer for Red Mountain, capturing the unique, sun-drenched terroir in every bottle of their signature Optu Red and site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon expressions.