26 degrees in the early morning.  This weather does not adversely impact the grape plants, in fact, these temperatures assure the plant will go into dormancy–helping the plant to save the energy needed for spring growth and fruit production.

Valued wine club members:  your current selections are now ready for pick up.  Stop by this weekend and enjoy tasting them with some of Rich’s tasty treats.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve 2005

 Dark reddish purple color.

Strong aromas of ripe red and black berries with a hint of earthiness, framed by sweet maple.

Entry flavors of blueberries and blackberries leading to subtle hints of black pepper and toasty oak, leading to a medium length, warm finish.

Serve with bacon-wrapped filet mignon, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, maple-glazed roasted duck and prime rib. 

• 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate Vineyard
• Harvested October 14, 2005
• Barrel-aged for 18 months in 100% new American Oak
• Bottled May 16, 2007
• 233 cases produced 

Sangiovese, Estate 2006

 

The color of this wine is deep garnet. 

Rich aromas of dark berry and black cherry are framed by a pleasant bouquet of vanilla and oak.

Bold flavors of plum and black cherry lead to a round, weighty mid-palate of well-balanced tannins.  The wine finishes well with a long tone of toasted oak. 

Try pairing with roasted meats, wild game or a simple, meaty-sauced lasagna.

  

·         100% Sangiovese, Estate Vineyard

·         Harvested October 24, 2006

·         Barrel-aged 19 months in 23% new American oak,  54% 1 year old American oak, 23% in 2-year old American oak.

·         Bottled June 20, 2008

 314 cases produced

Our harvest has begun. Should take 2-3 weeks to bring all the fruit in. So far, so good.