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2006 VINEYARD SELECTION MERLOT, LOS CABALLOS VINEYARD
Our Vineyard Selection Series wines are hand-crafted from specially selected lots of wine which showcase the unique characteristics imparted on a varietal by a particular vineyard. The grapes used in these wines are selected from areas of the individual vineyards which display concentrated varietal characteristics as well as good balance coming into the winery. Extended ageing in both barrel and bottle help to soften the wines before release.
| Vintage: | 2006 |
| Wine Type: | Red Wine |
| Varietal: | Merlot |
| Appellation: | Temecula Valley |
| Tasting Notes: | Aged for 26 months in small French oak barrels, the 2006 Los Caballos Vineyard Merlot explodes with concentrated layers of blackberry and black currant accented by earthy aromas typical of this vineyard. Hints of vanilla, leather and tobacco develop through a long, velvety finish. |
| Vineyard Notes: | Located on the south side of the Temecula Valley, Los Caballos Vineyard is comprised of nearly 40 acres planted entirely to Merlot and Chardonnay. Planted in the early 1990’s, the Merlot from this vineyard is concentrated and distinctive, with a slight earthy note adding complexity to the luch fruit. |
| Winemaker Notes: | Each lot used in this wine was selected because of its robust varietal character, depth and fruit projection. Fermentation took place in small stainless steel tanks, during which time the wine was pumped over twice daily followed by a three day extended maceration on the skins. The free-run wine was then moved by gravity to small 60 gallon French and American oak barrels for 26 months, with careful rackings of the wine taking place every four months providing natural clarification before bottling. |
Tasting Notes:
Aged for 26 months in small French oak barrels, the 2006 Los Caballos Vineyard Merlot explodes with concentrated layers of blackberry and black currant accented by earthy aromas typical of this vineyard. Hints of vanilla, leather and tobacco develop through a long, velvety finish.
Vineyard Notes:
Located on the south side of the Temecula Valley, Los Caballos Vineyard is comprised of nearly 40 acres planted entirely to Merlot and Chardonnay. Planted in the early 1990’s, the Merlot from this vineyard is concentrated and distinctive, with a slight earthy note adding complexity to the luch fruit.
Winemaker Notes:
Each lot used in this wine was selected because of its robust varietal character, depth and fruit projection. Fermentation took place in small stainless steel tanks, during which time the wine was pumped over twice daily followed by a three day extended maceration on the skins. The free-run wine was then moved by gravity to small 60 gallon French and American oak barrels for 26 months, with careful rackings of the wine taking place every four months providing natural clarification before bottling.
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