fanatical: rabid about great wine.
Red \ ‘red \ n: a passionate color derived during fermentation
from the natural pigment in the skins of dark-colored grapes.
The Blend:
- 42% Petite Sirah
- 43% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 8% Merlot
- 7% Syrah
(42%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (43%), with Merlot (8%) and Syrah (7%)
in supporting roles. We have relied on some of the best growing regions
for each variety, i.e., Mendocino, Lodi and Paso Robles for Petite Sirah;
Mendocino, Sonoma, and Paso Robles for Cabernet; Lake County and
Paso Robles for Syrah; and Monterey County for Merlot.
All nine of the component lots were fermented separately in stainless
steel. All of the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot were American oak-aged
for an average of 9 months; the Paso Robles and Mendocino Petite Sirahs
saw slightly more oak (average of 10 months), while the Lodi fraction
saw no oak at all. The Syrah components also saw no oak.
The 2005 wine displays a dark ruby color, with loads of rich, grapey,
raspberry and cherry fruit underscored by mocha tones and spicy oak.
Texturally the wine is dense and full-bodied; its baked red fruit and
cherry-pie character make it perfect for near term drinking. Very versatile
at the dinner table, it pairs extremely well with almost any roasted or
grilled meats, coq au vin and other hearty stews, as well as with polentas
and meat-based risottos.
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