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2016 Claret Details
2016 Claret
The grapes for our Claret were crushed, aged in French and American oak, blended and then aged further. This has created an elegant, classic blend that is well-balanced with a bold, beautiful bouquet.
Tasting Notes
The second this wine touches the glass you notice an aroma of spice and vanilla. With a wonderful berry flavor, this wine finishes with a savory hint of spice and dark cherries. Cherry Tart, Raspberry Blueberry Pie Silky smooth light oak treatment smoke toasted hazelnut caramel with a beautiful acidy.Vineyard Designation
Sams ValleyVineyard Notes
The grapes for our Claret were crushed, aged in French and American oak, blended and then aged further. This has created an elegant, classic blend that is well-balanced with a bold, beautiful bouquet.Winemaker Notes
Classic Bordeaux nose of suede (stewed red fruit and vanilla), dark fruit, well-seasoned oak. Cherry and blackberry flavors. Tannins are firm, sweet and integrated and provide strong structure.Pairings
These elements pair wonderfully with the gamey, robust intensity of the grilled beef. This is especially true in the case of dry aged beef and older Claret.Awards
2020 Savor NW Wine Competition - Gold Medal 2021 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition - Silver MedalWine Profile
| Download Wine Notes | |
| Vintage | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Merlot, Cab Sav, Cab Franc |
| Varietal Composition | 40% Cabernet Franc 40% Cabernet Sauvignon 20% Merlot |
| Appellation | Rogue Valley |
| Harvest Date | October 2016 |
| PH | 3.52 |
| Aging | 4 years in bottle |
| Barrel Aging | 20 Months 85% French Oak 15% American Oak |
| Ageability | 10 years |
| Fermentation | Stainless steel |
| Bottling Date | 5/15/2018 |
| Alcohol % | 13.1 |
| Size | 750 ml |