Cass

Delightfully spicy aromatics and creamy texture are the hallmark of this rarely planted grape.  Paso Robles is one of the few areas in which this variety grows well that is not in France.  Experience a blast of grapefruit plus the traditional flavors of apricot and honey. 

Unlike most white wines, Roussanne ripens slowly and is often picked late in the harvest season. We decided to ferment in stainless steel in order to bring out the varietal character. The wine has intense citrus flavors and crisp acidity. Drink this wine with hearty salads, fish, Asian foods and grilled white meats.

Our Rhone-style Rockin' One Blanc is a blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% Marsanne.  Aromas of nutmeg and cinnamon, flavors of crisp white peach on the palette.  A slow barrel fermentation was followed by 10 months of barrel aging with occasional lees stirring.  Pairs well with seafood paella.

90 Points - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
97 Points - Wine X Magazine www.justwinepoints.com
 

Our Rhone-style Rockin' One "White" is a blend of 60% Roussanne and 40% Marsanne. A slow barrel fermentation was followed by 10 months of barrel aging with occasional lees stirring. Pair this wine with seafood paella.

Fresh and vibrant, the 2010 Rose gives is shamelessly fruit forward, with pure aromas of strawberry jam, guava, rhubarb, and creamy, strawberry shortcake. The palate is clean and balanced, with a round, soft frame contrasted against a crisply acidic backbone. Watermelon and strawberry flavors are highlighted by touches of fresh herbs and flint.

A fantastic vintage for white wines in Paso Robles, 2010 gave us uncharacteristically cool weather that led to excellent acidities and late ripening. Consequently, the whites at Cass Vineyard performed beautifully and show a remarkable amount of balance and integrity. This vintage of Rockin One is an aromatic bombshell, displaying much more brightness than previous vintages, yet retaining the classic richness of Cass’s whites. Aromas of plumeria flowers explode out of the glass and are backed by sweet candied lemon, crème brulee, and a dash of vanilla bean. The palate is tight and crisp but never lean, showing honey, white peach, lemon preserve, and spice notes. A good dose of creaminess lends texture and draws out the long finish, which stays alive with mouthwatering acidity. Three words: finesse, freshness, and vibrancy.