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Tasting notes: Blackberry, crushed black raspberry, violet, black pepper, beef jerky, clover, nutmeg and espresso.
Cases produced: 42
Alcohol percentage: 14.5
Aging: 14 months in 50% New French Oak
Unfined and Unfiltered
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Nebbiolo is a varietal renowned for its acidity and firm tannins and this wine is no exception. As fans of classic Barolo and Barbaresco, our intention was to follow traditional methods for making and aging this wine. Native yeast fermentation and extended maceration—30 days or more on the skins, not unusual in Barolo—were employed. We didn’t add any sulfur until a full year after harvest to enhance color and build complexity and nuance.
This particular vineyard hadn’t been vinified before, leaving us with no reference point for what to expect. The wine immediately exhibited vibrant aromatics, long, chewy tannins, and gorgeous color. The warmth of California is evident in the wine with vibrant fruit, weight on the mid palate and plenty of texture. Extended barrel aging further developed the wine’s character as the wine took years to flesh out. The result is a very floral wine, with crunchy red fruit and lots of energy.
Tasting notes: Rose petals, pomegranate, bright cherry, orange rind, raspberry, fennel, hibiscus, hints of balsamic
Cases produced: 47
Alcohol percentage: 14.4
Aging: 38 months in neutral puncheon
Unfined and Unfiltered
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Riesling’s range in styles—from sweet to dry—can be confusing for consumers, and may explain why it’s not more popular. However, there’s a reason why many consider this one of the great wines of the world.
Tasting notes: Perfumed floral notes,orange blossom, grannysmith apple, raspberry cream, yellow nectarine, tangerine, grapefruit pith, and a generous amount of lime zest and citrus notes expressed as lively acidity, with a chiseled, stoney finish.
Cases produced: 60
Alcohol percentage: 12.0%
Aging: 8 months in neutral puncheon
Unfined
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I’m familiar with this area, having made wines from the famous UV Vineyard, which is just across the road. Grapes from this area tend to produce distinctive Russian River Valley wines with intense flavors and density. It’s a prime grape-growing region, not excessively cool, which results in wines of a more classic California style: riper, fleshier Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays compared to their coastal counterparts.
Tasting notes: white peach, white nectarine, honey dew melon, bosque pear, jasmine, salted butterscotch
Cases produced: 25
Alcohol percentage: 14.2%
Aging: 15 months in once used French Oak
Unfined