2025 Chenin Blanc - Mendocino

History
Chenin originally earned its fame in France’s Loire Valley, where it was crafted into sweet, dry, and even sparkling wine. Inspired by these examples, a few American wineries are making excellent wines from the noble grape. Since our first vintage in 1984, Husch has adopted an “off-dry” style that leaves a touch of residual sugar in the wine to accentuate the grape’s vibrant flavors and to complement the refreshing acidity.

Winemaking
When we find the perfect balance of sugar and acid we pick the grapes (by hand), gently press the juice, and then start a long, slow fermentation. This technique helps to retain the vibrant aromatics that Chenin Blanc is known for. In order to preserve that freshness, we also chose to bottle this wine just a few months after harvest.

Tasting Notes
Ripe quince, orange blossom, citrus zest and apricot invite your nose to the glass. Soft and bright in the mouth, flavors of white peach and golden apple linger with a zippy mineral finish. This is a perfect wine for any occasion, whether sitting on a picnic blanket or at the dinner table. Enjoy on its own or pair with fresh ceviche, Thai green curry, lamb kebabs or even an apple galette.

Technical
Harvest Date:
Sugar at Harvest: ° Brix
Alcohol: 13.2%
pH:
Total acid: g/L
Residual sugar: 0.01%
Fermentation: Cold fermented in steel tanks
Maturation: 5 months in tank
Release Date: Sept, 2026
Cellaring: 1-2 years with careful aging