2016 MATARO

 AKA MOURVEDRE

The 2016 Mataro was grown on the hot, dry slopes of Red Heaven Vineyard in Washington State's Red Mountain AVA. A slow, cool fermentation preserved wonderful dark fruit aromas and flavors while taming Mourvedre's naturally intense tannin. The resulting wine is full-bodied, yet elegant. Expressing blackberry, plum, and cracked peppercorns. Pair with barbecued meats, pizza, lamb, grilled mushrooms and herbed cheeses.

PROJECT DATA

Vineyards - Red Heaven Vineyard (Mourvedre), Portteus Vineyard (Cabernet Sauvignon)

Composition - Mourvedre (95%), Cabernet Sauvignon (5%)

Alcohol - 15.1%

Fermentation - Open Top

Aging - French Oak - Neutral

Bottle Date -March 2018

Production - 79 Cases