A blend of 85% Cabernet Franc and 15% Petit Manseng. In the glass it appears to be a bit lighter, like a pinot. It makes sense given the cooler vintage. The nose is vibrant and full of life. Bright, fresh red fruits dominate. On the palate, fresh white cherry and fresh strawberry mix with lavender and white pepper to make a strong impression. Given the vintage, it shows lots of heft and muscle and will age very well with its lively acidity. 256 cases produced.
FRUIT SOURCES
Baer Ridge Vineyard in Timberville, grower Jody Dodson; Sherman Ridge Vineyard n Woodstock, grower Sunset Hills
WINEMAKING
Both grapes were co-fermented with 15% Whole cluster, the Petit Manseng being half direct press and half whole cluster. Aged for 11 months in neutral French 500L and 228L barrels. Bottled unfiltered August 2020.
CHEMISTRY
pH: 3.88
TA: 4.6 g/L
Free SO2 at bottling: 19 ppm (41 ppm total)
Alcohol: 13.3% abv
RS: 0.15 g/L
Malic Acid: 0.01 g/L
Acetic acid at bottling: 0.54 g/L
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