Roussanne
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 6 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted chicken, creamy mushroom risotto, seared scallops
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the challenging but rewarding terroir of Monterey County, Scheid Vineyards' Roussanne is a brilliant testament to a grape variety famed for its difficulty and its beauty. Originating in the Rhône Valley of France, Roussanne derives its name from 'roux', French for the russet-gold color the berries adopt when fully ripe. It is a notoriously finicky grape to cultivate, demanding precise attention to avoid disease and uneven ripening. In the wind-swept Salinas Valley, Scheid utilizes its unique microclimates to coax the very best from this noble variety. The cooling maritime breezes and morning fogs from Monterey Bay slow down the ripening process, allowing the grapes to develop their signature complex aromatics of stone fruit, honeysuckle, and herbal tea, while preserving a crisp, refreshing acidity. Crafted in their state-of-the-art, wind-powered estate winery, this wine represents a harmonious blend of traditional Rhône character and modern Californian sustainability.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneer of winegrowing in California's Monterey County, operating family-owned estate vineyards that span a diverse 70-mile corridor along the Salinas Valley. Today, under the guidance of the Scheid family, the winery is globally recognized for its commitment to environmental stewardship, with its state-of-the-art estate winery in Greenfield being 100% powered by wind energy. Utilizing these diverse microclimates, Scheid crafts an impressive portfolio of estate-grown wines, ranging from elegant cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to robust, structured reds like their signature Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Appassimento, and Claret Reserve. Address: 1972 Hobson Ave, Greenfield, CA 93927, United States. Website: https://www.scheidvineyards.com