Description
Tasting Notes
While completely dry, this wine glides across the palette with a smooth confidence. Strawberry leads on the nose and rhubarb rounds out the palette. Refreshing citrus leads to watermelon in a lingering finish.
A beautifully food-friendly wine, this is one that will pair with holiday fare, late summer BBQ, and rich soups and stews.
Vineyard
Tracy Hills AVA is one of California’s youngest designated appellations. The Ramon Rios Vineyard is a moderately well-drained, fine textured site, located at the base of the Tracy Hills near Mount Oso. Hot dry summers and cool moist winters characterize the area.
Winemaking
This Sangiovese spent 24 hours on the skins, developing its beautiful color. The resulting wine became a bright, almost shocking pink. No secondary fermentation has helped it retain a bright and refreshing acidity.
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vintage: 2020
Vineyard Designation: Ramon Rios Vineyard
Appellation: Tracy Hills
Varietal Composition: 100% Sangiovese
Alcohol: 12.9%
Fermentation
Fermented at cellar temperature over 7 days with RBS 133 yeast – an Italian isolate that is designed to work well with an enhance the uniqueness of Italian varietals, specifically Sangiovese. Aroma profile is delicate and fruity with hints of wild violets.
Aging
Fermented and aged in stainless steel for 4 months
