J. Bookwalter Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2002
Chenin Blanc
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2002
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750ML
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Chenin Blanc with it's bright aromatics and intense crispness can truly be one of the most enjoyable white wines particularly when fermentation is stopped before all the sugar is converted to alcohol. This years wine is sure to be hit at every summer patio party with its steely clean citrus nose and powerful grapefruit, apricot and melon flavors.
The story of J. Bookwalter Winery is a story of family heritage, deep roots and a centuries-old commitment to the land. Ten generations of the Bookwalter family have been involved in American agriculture. But it was Jerry Bookwalter, generation nine and father of current company president John Bookwalter, who led the family into viticulture. After graduating from UC-Davis in 1963, Jerry spent 13 years farming in California’s San Joaquin Valley before moving his family in 1976 to the Tri-Cities in Washington State.
Once there, he firmly stamped the Bookwalter name on the state’s nascent wine industry. From 1976 through 1982, Jerry helped manage the plantings of three iconic vineyards – Sagemoor, Bacchus and Dionysus.
CLW130551_2002 Item# 56847