2005 Sangiovese, Napa Valley

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To achieve true flavor maturity and to balance its naturally high acidity, Sangiovese is picked “riper” than Cabernet. This year, average harvest sugar was 27.1° Brix.  Fermentation occurred in shallow, open tanks which were drained and pressed after a 12-day maceration.  This wine averaged 16 months in French oak barrels. Twenty one percent were new. French oak accounted for 92 percent of the total and American oak for 8 percent. The quality of our vineyard site on Soda Creek and the character of our clones allow us to produce a rich, flavorful blend.

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Harvest Date: October 2 – 14, 2005
Varietal Composition:
98 percent Sangiovese, 2 percent Zinfandel
Appellation: Napa Valley
Vineyards (all Estate):
94 percent Soda Creek Vineyard, 6 percent Mt. George Vineyard
Bottling Date: April 2007
Release Date: June 2007

Suggested Retail Price: $25.00

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