From classic hand-pruned Paso Robles Zinfandel, this Port pairs equally well with dessert or a cheese course. Rich and full-bodied with decadent layers of ripe plum and summer berries.
APPELLATION:
Paso Robles
VINEYARD SOURCE:
Santa Margarita
VARIETALS:
Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
HARVEST DATES:
October 2017
FERMENTATION:
Open top fermented for 6 days at 85˚F
Stopped fermentation at mid-ferm with high-proof brandy
ALCOHOL:
21%
TA:
6.6 g/l
PH:
3.68
BOTTLING DATE:
June 8, 2022
CASES PRODUCED:
565
The 2017 vintage in San Luis Obispo County was the first following years of drought. The winter rains nourished the soils allowing the vines to produce high-quality grapes despite a hot temperatures near Harvest.