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Oriel Ondine(2004)
- Winery:
- Oriel Wines
- Varietal:
- Semillon; Sauvignon Blanc
- Region:
- France > Bordeaux > Sauternes
- Type:
- Color:
- White
Aroma: Caramelized citrus, smoke and black tea.
Taste: Unctuous with ripe apricot and a fresh finish.
Name story: Ondine is named for the mythological water nymph who was so alluring she caused a mortal to fall tragically in love with her. Vineyards and winemaking: Old vines with an average age of 35-40 years on sandy and clay gravel soils. Barrel fermented and aged for 26 months in French oak (50% new).
Taste: Unctuous with ripe apricot and a fresh finish.
Name story: Ondine is named for the mythological water nymph who was so alluring she caused a mortal to fall tragically in love with her. Vineyards and winemaking: Old vines with an average age of 35-40 years on sandy and clay gravel soils. Barrel fermented and aged for 26 months in French oak (50% new).
