2007 Small Lot Sonata

Enjoy flavors of dark plum and blackberry with medium tannins, and a hint of smokiness.

Wine Color: Red

Vintage: 2007

Varietals: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Syrah

Appellation: 100% Livermore Valley, San Francisco Bay

Winemaker: Karl D. Wente

Alcohol: 14.5%

PH: 3.67

Acid: 0.59

Residual Sugar: Dry

Vineyard:

The Cabernet was harvested from the Smith Ranch and Golf blocks. The Syrah was harvested from the Marina and Silva blocks.

Fermentation:

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

Aging:

The Cabernet was aged for 17 months in French, American, and neutral oak. The Syrah was aged for 18 months in French, American, and Eastern European oak.