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The 2009 Terlaner Riserva Nova Domus is intense, with perfumed florals giving way to notes of raw almond and peach skins offset by a whiff of lemon oil. This is silky and rich, glycerol even, with a pretty inner sweetness giving way to ripe orchard fruits under an air of vanilla custard and inner florals. The 2009 lingers long, yet it remains remarkably fresh and leaves a nutty, custardy richness. There's so much going on in this seductive yet mature wine. It's a bit extroverted, showing its ripe vintage character, but in a wonderfully balanced way.
With hundreds of white grape varieties to choose from, winemakers have the freedom to create a virtually endless assortment of blended white wines. In many European regions, strict laws are in place determining the set of varieties that may be used in white wine blends, but in the New World, experimentation is permitted and encouraged. Blending can be utilized to enhance balance or create complexity, lending different layers of flavors and aromas. For example, a variety that creates a soft and full-bodied white wine blend, like Chardonnay, would do well combined with one that is more fragrant and naturally high in acidity. Sometimes small amounts of a particular variety are added to boost color or aromatics. Blending can take place before or after fermentation, with the latter, more popular option giving more control to the winemaker over the final qualities of the wine.
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