2007 Small Lot GSM

This GSM blend has alluring aromas of cinnamon, chocolate and spice, delivering a medium-bodied wine full of bright cherry, rounded tannins and a hint of vanilla.

Wine Color: Red

Vintage: 2007

Varietals: 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah, 33% Mourvedre

Appellation: 100% Livermore Valley, San Francisco Bay

Winemaker: Karl D. Wente

Alcohol: 14.3%

PH: 3.68

Acid: 0.57 g/100 mL

Residual Sugar: 0.04% RS

Vineyard:

The Mourvedre was harvested from the Raboli Block Vineyard, the Syrah from the Silva block, and the Grenache from the Marina block.

Fermentation:

All varietals were fermented in stainless steel tank and pumped over twice daily.

Aging:

The Grenache and Mourvedre were aged for 12 months in neutral oak.  The Syrah was aged for 15 months in French, American, Eastern European, and neutral oak.