Reviews & Ratings

2022 Leo Steen Chenin Blanc "The Steen"

Winery: Leo Steen

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "The Steen"

Wine Category: Chenin Blanc

Grape blend: 100% Chenin Blanc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Ynez

State or country: CA

Price: $32

Cases produced: 200

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: March 7, 2025

Wine Review: This pale gold colored Chenin Blanc from Jurassic Park Vineyard opens with a quince and Granny Smith apple bouquet with hints of ripe honeydew melon and matchstick. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is round, slightly viscous, bright, and zesty. The flavor profile is tasty Anjou pear and saline blend with notes of almond and lime zest. We also detected hints of quince, and faint white grapefruit. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity drift away nicely. We would pair this Chenin Blanc with Emeril's crab cakes. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Bright and effusive, with tons of varietal character. Jurassic Chenin Blanc showcases the texture and complexity that can be achieved when this variety is given time to age. With its old vines and fossil soils, the Jurassic is the perfect vineyard for this alluring style of Chenin Blanc.

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