Leo Steen, Jurassic Vineyard The Steen Chenin Blanc, 2021

Leo Steen sources this Chenin Blanc from Santa Ynez Valley's Jurassic Vineyard, where the soils contribute to wines with mineral character. The producer specializes in natural winemaking across multiple varieties, emphasizing minimal intervention techniques.

This textured expression balances ripe stone fruit with saline minerality. The finish shows wet stone character that may reflect the vineyard's geological foundation, making it a compelling example of California Chenin Blanc's potential.