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2006 Cirque Du Vin
Aromas of black currants, sage, leather, cherries and spice fill the glass. Lightly toasted oak with hints of vanilla follow the fruit and spice. The palate is fresh and layered with soft tannins.
| Accolades: |
88 points - Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar |
| Appellation: |
Paso Robles |
| Composition: |
25% Petite Sirah, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 18% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Franc |
| Vineyard Designation or Source: |
Brave Oak, Torgesson, Twin Oaks, Steinbeck, Kathryn's |
| Vinification: |
Each of these different grape varietals were picked, sorted, cold soaked, fermented and aged separately. The grapes were tank or bin fermented for 10-15 days while being pumped over or punched down by hand each day to extract as many flavors and aromas as possible. When the fermentation was complete each lot was gently pressed into new and neutral barrels where it was then aged. Having kept each lot separate we have tremendous blending opportunities. We want this wine to be bold and sexy yet elegant and food friendly at the same time. Give it a try. You’ll be presently surprised. |
| Alcohol: |
14.5 |
| Harvest Brix: |
22.5-26.5 |
| Residual Sugar: |
.0486 |
| Case Production: |
9,855 |
| Distribution: |
National |
| Winemaker: |
Josh Beckett |
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