TRUCHARD VINEYARDS 2024 Roussanne
Carneros, Napa Valley, California
VINEYARD
Roussanne is a white varietal traditionally associated with the Northern Rhone, where it is blended with Marsanne to make white Hermitage wines. In 1998, three acres of Roussanne were planted on the southern end of the Truchard Estate Vineyard. Growing in soils composed of volcanic rock and ash, the vines benefit from the gently sloped terrain and cooler Carneros temperatures. Roussanne is a challenging grape in both the vineyard and winery. However, when treated with care, it can produce an aromatic and delicate wine with the necessary structure to age.
Vintage Notes: The 2024 vintage was a textbook year for winemaking and promises to deliver quality wines that are dynamic and rich in flavor. Heavy winter rains set the vines up for success by laying a foundation for healthy vegetative growth. The resulting natural shade canopy protected the crop through the expansive summertime heat. The ‘24 vintage captures the unique character of Napa Valley, blending boldness with elegance.
CELLAR
The fruit was whole cluster pressed and fermented in French oak barrels (20%) new. After fermentation the wine remains in barrel on the lees (sur lie) for 6 months. A partial malolactic fermentation (30% complete) allows the wine to retain its natural acidity, while regular stirring of the lees (battonage) gives added complexity and richness. This wine was bottled in April 2025.
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