Leo Steen, Jurassic Vineyard The Steen Chenin Blanc, 2021 so050421 robert moncuit Faint aromas of peanut shells

Faint aromas of peanut shells

earthy core

It smells so much like a pear that it feels like a magic trick

zesty acidity

dark fruit

Leo Steen, Jurassic Vineyard The Steen Chenin Blanc, 2021 so050421 robert moncuit Faint aromas of peanut shellsLeo Steen sources this Chenin Blanc from Santa Ynez Valley's Jurassic Vineyard, where the soils contribute to wines with mineral character. The producer specializes in natural winemaking across multiple varieties, emphasizing minimal intervention techniques. This textured expression balances ripe stone fruit with saline minerality. The finish shows wet stone character that may reflect the vineyard's geological foundation, making it a compelling