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Origin & Vintage 100% Tulare County, California 2005 Vineyard & Soil Terra Bella, Madera Loam, middle alkaline Picking date October 12th Vinification Softly crushed berries. Fermentation with natural yeast at 85F, maceration for 10 days in rotary and piston tanks (punch down) Aging In stainless steel tanks at 62F for about 16 months. 100% Malolactic fermentation. Residual sugar, Alcohol 0.15%, 12.8% Character Elegant, Velvety, Satisfying Serving temperature 64F Food pairing Lasanga pasta, tuna, grilled red meat, stews

Winemaker's Notes:   Full bodied Merlot, 16 months aging. Dense red purple color, rich finish with notes of red fruits and spicy component of black pepper. 12.8% Alcohol.