SLOW DANCE Blanco

"Slow Dance Blanco" is a fresh and captivating natural white wine crafted by Graham Shelton, a talented winemaker based in Northern California, known for his work with Les Lunes/Populis and his own Slow Dance label. Typically a Chardonnay from Mendocino County—sourced from organically farmed vineyards like Redwood Valley—this unoaked, mineral-driven blanco showcases a minimalist approach. The grapes are hand-harvested, fermented spontaneously with native yeasts in stainless steel or neutral vessels, and aged on lees for up to 10 months to enhance texture without overpowering the fruit. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with zero added sulfur, it pours a pale, slightly hazy straw color, offering a nose of green apple, lemon zest, and wet stone, with hints of chamomile or hay. On the palate, it’s crisp and lean, with vibrant acidity, a saline edge, and a chalky minerality that reflects its coastal-influenced terroir. Perfect as a bright aperitif or paired with seafood, this wine embodies Slow Dance’s ethos of small-batch, living wines that prioritize purity and complexity over convention. Specific vintage details may vary, but its hallmark is always a refreshing, unadulterated expression of place.