2008 Hoopers Hall California White Blend
This delicious blend of white varieties offers aromas and flavors of rose, pear, green apple and lemon/citrus.
WINE RE-ORDER #: 18043
(7 Ratings)
Avg. Rating: 4.1 out of 5
(View all Customer Ratings)
PURCHASE:
Yes, in stock! (1-3 days)It’s rare to encounter a wine that smells like roses and has a lemony flavor..
But when a vintner is willing to venture outside his comfort zone and do some experimenting in the cellar, anything can happen. And in the case of the 2008 Hoopers Hall White Blend, something truly wonderful can happen.
The Hoopers Hall winemaker knew that he wanted Verdelho — a white variety that traces its roots to Portugal — to make up the majority of the blend. After that, all options were on the table. Five days later, following extensive blending trials, he ended up with a cuvee that also includes Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and a few other varieties.
It’s the Verdelho base that provides the lemon/citrus nuance in the flavor. And the rose petal aroma? That’s from the Gewurztraminer. Fans of Chardonnay will recognize the apple and pear flavors associated with that variety. All in all, the Hoopers Hall White Blend is a delicious result of outside-the-box thinking.
| GRAPE COMPOSITION: | 52% Verdelho, 17% Chardonnay, 17% Chenin Blanc & 14% Other |
| GRAPE SOURCE: | Select Vineyards in Various California Growing Regions |
| AROMAS & FLAVORS: | Rose, Pear, Green Apple, and a Hint of Lemon/Citrus |
| WHEN TO DRINK: | Now Through Mid-2011 |
| FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTION: | seared scallops, or pasta with a cream sauce. |
| PRINT: |
 Print This Tasting Note (PDF) |
|
|
 
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
John F Hines| View 1 Additional Customer Ratings | Rate This Wine |
|
|
|
Hide Additional Ratings
|
Pasta With Scallop And Wine Sauce A light dish for a lazy summer meal, this recipe makes 4 servings and matches beautifully with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or white blends... |
|
Papaya Pear Mango Salsa Normally, we provide Vinesse members with complete recipes for wine-friendly fare. This month, however, we thought we'd share a pair of "topping" recipes that will bring any number of main course selections to life. We begin with this salsa recipe from our friends at Sonoma County's Kenwood Vineyards. Try it over sea bass, halibut or salmon for a palate-awakening change of pace, and enjoy it with Sauvignon Blanc, White Bordeaux or almost any white blend. |
|
Asparagus & Morel Salad Summertime is salad time, and any of your favorite white wines would be great matches for this recipe, courtesy of Masa's restaurant in San Francisco. It serves 4. |
| View 10 Additional Recipes |
|
Lemony Lamb Chops Here's a versatile dish that matches well with red Bordeaux or Merlot, yet also can be enjoyed with white wines because of its lemon-flavored sauce. It makes 4 servings... |
|
Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... |
|
Linguine With Chicken And Pesto Pasta is not strictly a red wine dish. It all depends on the preparation, and this particular pasta creation matches beautifully with Chardonnay. It serves 4. |
|
Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta In a world of "anything goes" food-and-wine pairing, we're always on the lookout for recipes that match well with either white or red wines. This is one such recipe, and it makes two servings... |
|
Turkey Soup With Wild Rice And Mushrooms This wintertime favorite matches beautifully with Chardonnay, Bordeaux Blanc, Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio. It makes about 12 servings. |
|
Chicken Piccata One of our favorite wine recipes-- try it yourself with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio or a white blend... |
|
Fettuccine Alfredo Try this recipe - a flavorful change of pace from the typical Alfredo sauce - with Pietra Santa's "Sasso Bianco," or any other medium-bodied to full-flavored white wine. It serves 6 to 8... |
|
White Wine Cheese Ball Okay, it may be a bit of a stretch to place the classic label on a cheese ball. But when you make it with your favorite white wine, it does lend a touch of... class. And what better way to spend your time as your count down the hours to a... |
|
Shrimp & Peppers Over Fettucine A delicious spring entree. Shrimp and Peppers over Fettuccine. This recipe makes 2 servings, and is best enjoyed with a glass of white wine... |
|
Herb Crusted Tuna Steaks This recipe is extremely versatile, matching well with most white and lighter red wines. It makes 4 servings. |
Hide Additional Recipes
