Grape: 51% Zweigelt, 49% Cabernet Franc.
Region: New York> Finger Lakes> Seneca Lake> Earl's Place Vyd.
Notes: Female winemaker, sustainably farmed, stainless steel fermentation.
Description: Nancy Irelan & Michael Schnelle made the momentous decision to leave California to come to the Finger Lakes (NY) in 2002. Nancy had already become a highly respected member of the US wine community. At that time she was Gallo’s VP of Viticulture and Enology R&D, and collaborating on various projects with Cornell and USDA researchers here in the Finger Lakes. The vineyard is managed using sustainable practices that balance safety with environmental & economic responsibility.
Food pairing: Cheese, salads, pork, chicken, etc.