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2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Richard Perry
Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
This 2005 Cabernet
Sauvignon is produced from our Napa Valley Estate vineyard
located high above the valley floor on terraced hillsides in
the southeast corner of Napa at 800 ft. elevation. Soils are
volcanic in origin with areas of ash and rocky outcroppings.
Two distinct soil types exist: white volcanic ash and rocky,
red volcanic deposits.
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Raspberry, cassis and blackberry aromas are underlaid by currant,
cinnamon, pencil shavings/cedar. The aromas are echoed on the
opulent and densely flavored palate with beautiful structure framed
by fine grain tannins. As the wine opens in the glass, layers
continue to unfold, with nuances of hazelnuts and blueberry
reduction. Nice brightness and acidity finish a beautiful wine that
is deftly balanced between power and elegance. The 2005 Cabernet
will age beautifully for at least a decade, but drinks nicely upon
release.
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Vineyard: |
Perry Vineyards Estate Grown Hillside Vineyard |
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Barrel Aging: |
22 Months in French oak barrels, 50% new. |
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Production: |
1,000 cases |
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Winemaker: |
Ken Bernards |
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Harvest Date: |
10/13/2005 |
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Brix at Harvest: |
24.6° |
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Alcohol by Volume: |
14.4% |
2005 Syrah
2005 Richard Perry Syrah, Napa Valley
This 2005 Syrah handcrafted wine is produced from our
Napa Valley Estate vineyard located high above the valley
floor on terraced hillsides in the southeast corner of Napa
at an 800-foot elevation. Soils are volcanic in origin with
areas of ash and rocky outcroppings. Two distinct soil types
exist: white volcanic ash and rocky, red volcanic deposits.
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Lush, intense and forward
flavors in this opulent Syrah! One is greeted by blackberry,
dark chocolate, white pepper and spice in the nose. An
approachable wine in its youth, it is juicy and rich up
front but framed by ripe tannins and exceptional length
underneath. Expect further complexity as the wine develops
in the months ahead. Drink now or age 4 - 6 years.
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Vineyard: |
Perry Vineyards Estate Grown Hillside Vineyard |
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Fermentation: |
10% whole clusters in the fermenter. All open top
fermented, skin contact for 12 days. |
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Barrel Aging: |
18 Months in French oak barrels, 40% new. |
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Production: |
575 cases |
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Winemaker: |
Ken Bernards |
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Harvest Date: |
10/21/2005 |
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Brix at Harvest: |
25.2° |
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Alcohol by Volume: |
14.7% |
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