Gold Medal - 2020 Tasters Guild Wine Competition
Tasting Highlights
- Our signature semi-dry, unoaked white blend
- Rich-layered nose of tropical fruits and candied ginger
- Hints of dried herbs and lemongrass
- Balanced and soft acidity, light minerality
- Smooth and rich mouthfeel, refreshing finish
- The semi-dry version of our sweet Nice White
Winemaker's Notes
Our late founding winemaker, Mark Johnson, designed our Naughty (Semi-Dry) and Nice (Sweet) white wines to complement our Naughty & Nice Red wine series. These wines are crafted to be fruit-forward and have a smooth finish. Crafted from Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and other Michigan white varietals, the blend provides an aromatic-fruity bouquet alongside spicy undertones. Through the exclusive use of 100% stainless steel fermentation, a delightful and refreshing flavor is achieved, free from the influence of toasted oak barrels.
Serving suggestions
Best served well-chilled at 43–45 °F. It’s not necessary to decant. Cheers!
Awards
Gold Medal - 2020, Tasters Guild Wine Competition
Pairing Notes
This wine has a delightful fruity character that makes it a great pairing with various dishes. Here are a few examples:
- Cheeses: The saltier the cheese, the nicer the contrast. Your culinary journey will be enhanced by the delightful companionship of Feta, Pecorino, Halloumi, and Parmesan.
- Spring vegetables: Our Naughty White boasts herbaceous notes that make it an excellent complement to vegetable-rich dishes, especially those featuring spring vegetables. If your recipe features dill, zucchini, fennel, artichoke, asparagus, or peas, our wine is a perfect pairing choice.
- Traditional Greek dishes: Feta, citrus, artichoke, and briny olives, bring out the best in the flavor profile of our Naughty white. Try a Greek salad or Greek chicken pasta with olives and feta. For a refreshing option, go for a cucumber dill yogurt salad, perfect for warm summer evenings.
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