Stolpman Uni 2020

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94 pts Vinous

Wow. Just wow. Yeah, that’s all I’ve got today…

Rather than crib and rework the winery’s note… I’m just gonna let them explain this one:

70% Roussanne / 30% Chardonnay. Neutral barrels. “Roussanne might be the richest, most decadent white grape in the world of wine.  Ripe fruit intensity, and a coating, thick mid-palate deliver a hedonistic “wow” factor not often found in white wines.   Because Roussanne spends months ripening on the vine, slowly developing its signature flavor concentration, the tart acidity of the grape often dwindles by harvest time.  At Stolpman, we decided zesty Chardonnay would be the perfect blending compliment.  The Chardonnay lends a structured back-bone that refreshes the palate once the Roussanne’s up-front wave of flavor ebbs. Like Santa Barbara’s most famous delicacy, urchin harvested off our Channel Islands, the Uni white wine combines decadent richness with delicate precision. 

A depth of honeysuckle elevated via a pineapple bridge to lemon+lime and crunchy pear flesh.   Softly billowing in the mouth closing with a precise, clean finish.  The most balanced Uni yet, with complementing forces of ripe, rich Roussanne and high-toned Chardonnay.  The underlying citrus spray refines and checks the intense concentration of the Roussanne and the wine delivers a delightfully seamless tasting experience.” Winery note

“The 2020 Uni, Stolpman's Roussanne/Chardonnay blend is absolutely gorgeous. Apricot, tangerine oil and white flowers lend notable complexity to this luscious, bold white. Drink it now or over the next handful of years.” Vinous
 

Or reply. The wine will be available tomorrow in Chapel Hill. Friday, as ordered, in Hillsborough.