Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Barbera
Alcohol %
14.5
2016 Barbera
El Dorado
In Stock
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby red color. Black currants, dark cherry and raisin fruits. Chocolate and mole. Notes of oak, cloves, cedar and vanilla. Rich mouthfeel. Crisp. Long finish that lingers on the tongue.
91 Points – California State Fair
Wine Profile
| Grape Variety: | 100% Barbera |
| Appellation: | El Dorado |
| Vineyard: | Starfield Estate |
| Vines: | Planted 2013. 0.62 acres of VCR 15 on 420a & 0.66 acres of VCR 19 on 420a. |
| Elevation & Site: |
2,300 feet. Planted on warm, southwest slopes on very rocky soil. Row orientation: 23 degrees east of north for balanced ripening. |
| Alcohol %: | 14.5% |
| PH: | 3.5 |
| Acidity g/L: | 6.6 |
| Cellaring: | 18 months in 50% new French oak. |
| Bottling Date: | June 23, 2018 |
| Production: | 206 cases |
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Barbera
Alcohol %
14.5
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