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Wine Details
Price:
$27.00 per bottle
Description:
Bella Vineyard, located on north Vineyard Drive in the cool hills of the Willow Creek microclimate, produced a mere 1 ton per acre in 2003. Bordering on the hilly Adelaida microclimate, where Pinot Noir and Bordeaux varieties thrive due to the very cool oceanic influence in western Paso Robles, Bella’s east facing slope is protected from the afternoon and evening breezes and enjoys consistently warm days in the high 80’s and nights in the 50’s. .
The grapes were fermented in small open tops and punched down by hand for gentle yet thorough extraction. A Rhône-style yeast enhanced flavors of strawberry, pepper, and violets. Aged 16 months in American oak.
Aromas of spice and cherry precede flavors of wild berries and blackberry, followed by a pepper and spice finish and gentle tannins in this soft, silky zinfandel. The delicate tannins and rich fruit are a perfect companion for a wide range of foods, from grilled meats to rich sauces
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