Absolution Cellars The Balance
2023, Chalone AVA, Paso Robles, USA
About the Wine
A field blend of Marsanne and Roussanne from a tiny 1-acre parcel of ultra-rare Hermitage-clones grown in the Michaud Vineyard in the legendary Chalone AVA - a gift to vineyard owner Michael Michaud by the head of a very famous 16th-generation winemaking family from the Hermitage A.O.C. in the Northern Rhone.
Tasting Notes
The golden summer sun shining through the kitchen window with aromas of white flowers, tropical lychee, dried lime rind, and minerality that continues with flavors of pear, white peach, Asian spices, and hints of butterscotch, all leading to a long creamy finish.
Pairing Notes
Enjoy with raw oysters, curry dishes, Chicken Piccata, poached fish in a Beurre Blanc Sauce (with capers), and Marcona Almonds.