2020 Marsanne – Hoover Valley Vineyard

Marsanne brings structure, power, and flavors not achieved by its sibling white grapes from the Rhône Valley. This is a full bodied and golden colored white wine with honeysuckle and almond characteristics.

Fermented in stainless steel and then aged for 4 months in concrete egg. Underwent malolactic fermentation with some lees contact.

Crawfish étouffée with steamed rice.

AVA: Texas Hill Country

Situated near the Colorado River, Hoover Valley benefits from various microclimates with a constant breeze and sits atop decomposed granite soils unique to the valley. This is considered by many to have the highest quality fruit in the Hill Country AVA, and for that reason William Chris seized the opportunity when the vineyard became available in 2021. This is now the largest estate vineyard for William Chris Vineyards, having full control from farm to bottle of 11 varietals over 55 acres.

Hoover Valley Vineyard, Burnet County, Texas Hill Country AVA. Soil Type: Decomposed granite.