2004 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
This wine exhibits a beautiful dark ruby and garnet color. On the nose, aromas of black cherries are met with notes of leather, cloves and vanilla. On the palate, rich, ripe raspberries are complemented by hints of French oak and pepper. Silky smooth tannins, excellent mouth feel with good acidity and great length on the finish. Extensive aging process makes for an elegant wine, ideal for pairing with a variety of food.
VINEYARD SOURCE
Bacigalupi Vineyards, Healdsburg
(Russian River Valley appellation)
VARIETAL
100% Pinot Noir. 9 tons of Pommard and Wente clone.
COOPERAGE
Barreled down in 100% new French oak cooperage.
PRODUCTION
Barrels: 23
Cases produced: 558
Release date: March 2008
2004 Russian River Valley Zinfandel
Our 2004 Zinfandel exemplifies the finest quality fruit this valley has to offer. Providing the fruit with ample of hang time on the vine ensures even ripening. Our program also includes extended bottling aging for up to 2 years. This wine features concentrated flavors of cherry and raspberry mingled with soft hints of barrel spice and black pepper. With extraordinary richness this wine unfolds on your palate with a wonderful balance of acidity and tannin.
VINEYARD SOURCE
Bacigalupi Vineyards, Healdsburg
(Russian River Valley appellation)
VARIETAL
100% Zinfandel. 7-8 tons Duprat clone.
COOPERAGE
Barreled down in 100% new French oak cooperage.
PRODUCTION
Barrels: 20
Cases produced: 492
Bottling date: November 30, 2005
Release date: March 2008
Library Wines
Available exclusively from our library. Properly cellared this wine will keep now through 2015 (Per review from Avenuevine.com). 12 bottle limit per person.
This is a full-bodied Pinot Noir, showcasing the varietal characteristics for which the Russian River appellation is known. Aged 11 months in 100% French oak with an additional 11 months of bottle aging, this Pinot Noir has a concentrated style that produces its dark color, rich flavors, and full mid-palate tannin structure. This Pinot has aroma and bouquet filled with rich raspberry, deep cola, and a hint of rhubarb. The bouquet and mouth feel of this wine will be enhanced when served at room temperature.
2003 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
Our 2003 Pinot Noir has a superb cool-climate aroma of thyme, black cherry, and an attractive peppery note. Aged 11 months in 100% French oak with an additional 12 months of bottle aging prior to release. This wine has a seamless integration of silky tannins, loads of generous fruit with a balanced floral note in the bouquet.
VINEYARD SOURCE
Bacigalupi Vineyards, Healdsburg
(Russian River Valley appellation)
HARVEST INFORMATION
Date: Sunrise, September 13, 2003
WINEMAKER NOTES
At all times and in every aspect the winemaking process was under the direction of Tyler Heck. All the decisions and work pertaining to the productions of this vintage were made by him. Three tons fermented whole cluster, 11 tons crushed (co-mingled fermentation) Seven-day cold soak after crush Pressed very lightly; racked off gross lees, inoculated for malolactic and barreled down in 100% new French oak cooperage: 100% French oak, a mix of Francois Freres, Berthomieu, Darguad & Jaegle, and Taransaud. Alcohol: 14.4% by volume.
PRODUCTION
Barrels: 35
Cases produced: 829
Release date: TBA
Russian River Valley 2003 Zinfandel
Our Zinfandel, like our Pinot Noir brings forth the best characteristics of this variety. Our concentrated winemaking style coupled with the cooler climate in the Russian River Valley appellation produces a Zinfandel rich in color, full and silky in texture with bright acid and deep fruit. We provide the fruit with ample hang time on the vine to encourage physiological maturity. Our program is designed to allow for 2 years of barrel aging as well as 1 year in the bottle prior to release.
VINEYARD SOURCE
Bacigalupi Vineyards, Healdsburg
(Russian River Valley appellation)
HARVEST INFORMATION
Date: Sunrise, September 26, 2003
Yield: 4 tons; Duprat clone;
3.5 tons; Old Vine clone unknown
WINEMAKER NOTES
At all times and in every aspect the winemaking process was under the direction of Tyler Heck. All the decisions and work pertaining to the productions of this vintage were made by him.
Barreled down in 100% new French oak cooperage: 100% French oak, a mix of Francois and Berthomieu.
Alcohol: 14.6% by volume
PRODUCTION
Barrels: 19
Cases produced: 475
Bottling date: December 12, 2005
Release date: August 20, 2006
