Reviews & Ratings

2024 King Family White Blends or Varietals "Petit Manseng"

Winery: King Family

Vintage: 2024

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Petit Manseng"

Wine Category: White Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 100% Petit Manseng

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Monticello

State or country: VA

Price: $34

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 92 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: November 20, 2025

Wine Review: Unlike Thomas Jefferson who tried to grow grapes in Virginia for 30 years in the 1700s but failed to produce even a single bottle of wine, the King Family winery produces many very good varieties including their deep golden colored Petit Manseng. The rich bouquet includes aromas of baked pear, honeysuckle, pineapple, jasmine, and quince. On the palate, it is full bodied with medium-plus acidity. The mouthfeel is slightly creamy with good balance. I found it to be dry, bright, and nicely layered with flavors of peach, Anjou pear, beeswax, and gentle saline with notes of ruby grapefruit, spicy ginger, and pineapple, and a hint of toasted nuts. The finish is fruity and extended. Serve lightly chilled alongside broiled halibut with lemon butter sauce. – Mark

Winemaker Notes: A burst of tropical aromas, like papaya and mango, is met with electric acidity, creating a dynamic balance. This full-bodied wine features a layered texture and a long, food-friendly finish.

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