Fine Disregard ‘milhouse Vineyard’ Semillon 2016

Description

From a half-acre block planted in 1994 with a significant percentage of Semillon’s pink skinned Madeira clone. The variety may have a certain uncouth reputation, yet our second iteration of Milhouse Semillon continues to defy those modest expectations. Oak Knoll’s cooler temperatures and a focus on picking early give the wine vibrancy and a spark of acidity; encouraging malolactic fermentation and the conscientious use of oak give weight to the variety’s distinctive texture. Whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented in roughly one third stainless steel and two thirds used and neutral Burgundy barrels. – Winery