Bow & Arrow Time Machine White

WHY WE LOVE IT

• Bow and Arrow Time Machine white is a blend of Pinot Gris, Melon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin and Chardonnay from Arbre Vert, Johan, Lonely Llama, Deux Vert, Union School, Jubilee vineyards.

Varietal Composition: Pinot Gris, Melon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay

Elaboration: The Pinot Gris was fermented and aged in a mix of stainless steel, egg, and old cask. The Melon was fermented and aged in 550 gallon steel cubes. Finally, the Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin and Chardonnay were fermented in a mix of barriques and 500l puncheons.

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PRODUCER BACKGROUND

Portland Oregon’s Bow & Arrow Winery is owned by New York transplant Scott Frank. He moved west after 9/11 when he watched the tragedy from the 47th floor of a Manhattan skyscraper. His wife, Dana, owns Dame, a popular wine bar in Portland.

With no job and no previous winery experience, Frank bluffed his way into a job at the wine department of New Seasons Market where he realized that good wine didn’t have to come at a high price. He began to envision a future in wine when working harvest at the influential Cameron estate winery in Dundee, eventually becoming assistant winemaker.