2017 Heart & Hands Polarity Finger Lakes Pinot Noir Blanc

12.9% alc., pH 3.54, TA 0.57, 104 cases, $29.99. Whole cluster basket pressed immediately following the hand sorting to minimize skin contact, creating a pale-colored juice. The juice was barrel fermented and underwent a secondary malolactic fermentation. The wine was aged on the lees for 10 months in Francois Fréres French oak barrels with stirring about every 3 days to enhance the mouthfeel and add richness. · Moderately light apricot color in the glass. Aromas of macerated peach, apricot, wheat grain and a medicinal note. Mid weight flavors of yellow peach, butter cake, apricot, melon and honey. Soft and slightly creamy in texture, with modest tannins and some finish. A curious wine that doesn’t fit a slot. Score: 89. Reviewed July 20, 2019

Winery: Heart & Hands Wine Company
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