Paumanok Vineyards excels with Chenin Blanc. It’s always a delight. The 2020 is no exception. Crisp with a delicate fruitiness, it conveys the barest hint of sweetness. Its vibrant and balancing acidity, along with a modest 11 percent-stated alcohol, makes it an exciting wine to pair with sushi, spicy Asian fare, BBQ, or just sipping it as an aperitif. You get the idea. It’s a versatile wine.
Paumanok Vineyards, North Fork of Long Island (New York) Chenin Blanc 2020
By Michael Apstein