2021 Pur
2021 Pur
On the nose, generous aromas of lemon curd, white nectarine and honeycrisp apple lead to secondary floral attributes of clover followed by fresh citrus. The pallet is a dynamic balance of soft acidity and a medium mouthfeel from the lees exposure.
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Composition / Blend
73% Chardonnay, 27% Pinot Gris
Size
750mL
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Vineyard Designation
EMV Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, Quaker Run Chardonnay, Bethany Ridge Chardonnay, Carters Mountain Chardonnay, Capstone Chardonnay
pH
3.39
Alcohol %
11.1
Winemaker Notes
“Pur” is French for “pure”, with this wine so named due to it's majority influence of stainless steel fermentation. In 2017 we began making Pur, leaving a small portion of Chardonnay and Pinot Gris for coferment in stainless steel. Notably, the winemaking for this and barrel fermented Chardonnay remain very similar, we prefer to ferment warmer, allowing simple fruity aromas to dissipate and amplify more savory and mineral driven attributes. Additionally, this wine also sees extended lees management while in tank, thereby encouraging a richer textured palate.
Vineyard Notes
In the lively spirit of Virginia, 2021 was an exciting vintage for Early Mountain. It very much reflects the impact of site, with regions throughout the state experiencing highly varying climatic events, greatly influencing the dynamic range in fruit attributes.
Early spring, we gratefully saw few frost events, escaping significant fruit damage. Despite some early season rains, bloom-time in the vineyard was quite dry, allowing for a good fruit set. With warm daytime temperatures throughout most of the growing season, we saw high and even ripening throughout both Quaker Run and Early Mountain vineyards. The late season rains, leading to harvest were also accompanied by notable drying (this was doubly obvious when tending to our new plantings, which need water!). Overall, despite harvest-time rainfall, we could not have asked for a better result.
Food Pairing Notes
Like the friend you can take to any gathering, Pur is incredibly versatile with spring and summer fare. Just make sure you’re drinking it on a patio, dock, or by a campfire and you’re set!
