Winemaker Notes
The grapes for this wine originated 70% from our estate property in Dry Creek Valley, and 30% from our Kreck Family Vineyards in Alexander Valley. Harvest dates were September 20 and September 28th, 2006. The wine was fermented in a combination of temperature controlled, stainless steel tanks and open top fermenters. The tanks were pumped over twice a day and the fermenters punched down three times each day. After malolactic fermentation and blending, the new wine was racked to 60 gallon French and American oak barrels and aged for 14 months as separate lots. After aging, the wine was blended from individual lots into the finished blend. After a light filtration, the total production of 1490 cases was bottled on April 10th, 2008.
Tasting Notes
Bursting with aromas of blackberry jam and spice. This wine caresses the palate with layers of fruit and anise and leather. The wine has a dark purple color and exhibits full body with considerable tannins. The finish is long and spicy.
Statistics
Appellation: Sonoma County, CA (70% Dry Creek Valley, 30% Alexander Valley)
Grown, Produced and Bottled by Mill Creek Vineyards and Winery
Alcohol: 14.5%
pH: 3.68
Blend: 70% Dry Creek Cabernet, 30% Alex. Valley Cabernet
Production: Stainless Steel & Open Top; 14 months French and American oak barrels
Cases Produced: 1490
Release Date: March 2009
Accolades
- Double Gold Medal Sonoma County Harvest Fair
