2016 Chaleur Estate 6.0L
RED MOUNTAIN AVA
Youthful and tightly wound, the 2016 Chaleur Estate gradually reveals aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate truffle and baking spices. The Red Mountain origins of this wine are reflected on the nose with lavender, cassis and dried earth. Firmly structured throughout, showing flavors of tapenade with blue and black berries, this vintage promises to age well in the cellar. Deep flavors of black currant and plum spread throughout a concentrated mid-palate, gracefully integrated into a persistent finish.
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Bordeaux Style Blend
Appellation
Red Mountain
Vineyard Designation
76% Ciel du Cheval Vineyard, 18% Klipsun Vineyard, 6% Upchurch Vineyard
Alcohol %
14.3
Wine Spectator
93
Wine Enthusiast
94
Stephen Tanzer's
94
Wine & Spirits
93
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Cold soaked 24-36 hours, fermented 14-16 days on skin, aged 20 months in 100% new French oak and aged in bottle 8 months prior to release.
Winemaker Notes
63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot
Food Pairing Notes
A perfect partner for steaks, brisket, grilled burgers and hearty cheeses like Comté
Production
Other Notes
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.