Rosado 2008

Awards, Ratings and Reviews

Outstanding! and Best Buy, Wine Press Northwest, Summer 2009
Platinum Medal and Best Buy, Wine Press Northwest's 10th Annual Platinum Judging, Winter 2009/2010

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

The beautiful color, fresh aromas, and elegant texture of this wine resulted from a three day cold soak with stainless steel fermentation utilizing only free run juice.

This dry wine features distinctive aromas of flowers, fresh strawberries and pomegranates followed by flavors of red cherries, raspberries, and spice. Moderate acidity balances the fruit as the minerality develops and evolves.

More than just a fun wine, this Rosado will pair with a variety of tapas, light summer fare, grilled vegetables and spicy Asian dishes.

Technical Notes

Source of fruit: Abacela’s Estate Fault Line Vineyards, Umpqua Valley

Appellation: Southern Oregon AVA

Harvest date: 6 October 2008

Varietal Composition: Garnacha (75%), Tempranillo (18%), Mourvèdre (7%)

At Harvest: Sugar; 23.0° Brix; pH; 3.42, TA; 8.05 gms/liter

Cooperage: Stainless Steel

At bottling: Sugar; nil

Bottling Date: 29 April 2009

Case Production: 246 (750 mL)

Closure: Stelvin

Alcohol: 13.8% by volume

Release Date: 1 May 2009

M S R P: $14.00 (750 mL) SOLD OUT

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