2006 TOLOSA Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal Composition:
79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 6% Syrah, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petite Verdot
Appellation:Paso Robles
Vineyard Information
The grapes for our Tolosa Cabernet Sauvignon come from several select vineyards within the Paso Robles appellation. The dramatic temperature swings along with the unique growing conditions of the region give this wine its vibrant expression of flavors. The below average rainfall in 2006 and mild weather conditions through harvest caused the vines to produce small clusters and small berries resulting in excellent quality and concentrated flavors. The positive impact of the mild climate conditions allowed flavor and tannin ripeness to occur simultaneously and produced a wine with distinctive varietal and regional expression.
Winemaking & Cellar Information
The harvesting of the grapes for our Tolosa Cabernet Sauvignon occurred during a two-month period between September and November. All of the vineyards selected for this blend were fermented and kept separate, allowing us to evaluate the quality and unique flavor profile of each vineyard. The final blend is the result of a series of blending and tasting evaluations of these individual vineyards. The wine was aged for 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels prior to bottling to create the distinctive profile of our wine.
Tasting Notes
Vibrant aromas of black cherry, berry, and tobacco are the first to greet your nose. Notes of black cherry, plum, spicy blackberry and mint contribute layers of flavor to the wine. The spicy cedar and toasted vanilla nuances of sweet oak give this wine its velvety feel on the palate and enhance the long finish.
Analytical Information
Alcohol:14.3%
Brix at Harvest:25.5o – 27.0
Total Acidity: 6.06 g/L
pH: 3.67
Vinification:
Stainless steel fermented Malolactic fermentation in
stainless steel tanks and barrels.
Cooperage Used: Billon, Cadus, Damy, Remond, Vicard, Keystone
Barrel Aging:
12 months in combination of French and American oak
Bottling Date:
July 2008
Aging Potential:
3+ years
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