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2008 Mourvèdre
2008 Mourvèdre

This Estate Mourvèdre was cropped from an estimated 6-8 tons per acre to 4 tons per acre to improve the intensity of the flavor and the color.  It was hand picked and fermented in open top fermenters, punched down 3 times a day and pumped over once each day. Mourvèdre is often blended with Syrah to bring spice and fruit to the blend.  The downside to the blending is that the character of the Mourvèdre is easily overpowered by wines with strong character.  Consequently we went very light, adding only 5% Syrah.  We were very happy with the fruit and the finish of the Mourvèdre.  Try this with a rare Ahi Tuna with a seared pepper crust!

Variety: 95% Mourvèdre Clone 233, 5% Syrah clone 383

Rootstock: 110R

Soil type: San Ysidro; Zaca

Yield: 4 tons/acre 

TA: .64 g/100ml


Barrel Treatment: 75% Neutral; 25% New French ½ medium, grain ½ tight grain

Aged: 17 months in barrel

Harvested: October 2nd 2008 @25.1 brix

Bottled: Jan 12, 2010 - 275 cases

 

Detailed Wine Information
Alcohol:15.6%
Appellation:Paso Robles
Release Date:February 02, 2010
Special Designation:Cass Vineyard
Vineyard Notes:The Rhone varieties in our Estate Vineyard are 100% ENTAV certified clones, planted in 2001. In total, there are 12 varieties planted on 160 acres of alluvial soils alongside the Huer Huero River. We are located southeast of Paso Robles in an area now being called the "Templeton Gap." The vineyard is at 900 feet elevation on a relatively flat terrain, surrounded by hills up to 1400 feet in elevation. This valley is known as a cold spot in the area, which is helpful in stretching out the ripening time for the fruit during harvest. The soils have good water holding capacity, which is also a big help during some of the long hot days we experience east of Paso Robles.
Year:2008