BV Coastal Estates Shiraz, California 06
Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were gently destemmed and crushed before entering stainless steel tanks for fermentation. As part of the fermentation process, the grapes naturally push the skins to the surface creating a cap at the top of the juice. To enable better color extraction and tannin structure, daily pump-over was utilized to keep that cap in contact with the juice. When fermentation was complete and the wine was dry, it was aged for twelve months with a combination of French and American oak, imparting subtle coffee and toasted oak nuances.
| Vintage: | 2006 |
| Varietal: | Shiraz |
| Appellation: | California |
| Sugar: | Shiraz |
| Acid: | 6.1 g/L |
| PH: | 3.75 |
| Aging: | 12 months French & American oak |
| Alcohol %: | 13.8 |
| Tasting Notes: | The 2006 Shiraz fills this profile opening with an assertive nose of forest berry fruit and black pepper. Blackberry and bing cherry support the middle, highlighted by coffee, tobacco and toasty oak. The finish flaunts a bright acidity and focused tannin structure. The bold character of the Shiraz pairs well with a multitude of foods, especially grilled meats, pizza and winter-time stews. Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were gently destemmed and crushed before entering stainless steel tanks for fermentation. As part of the fermentation process, the grapes naturally push the skins to the surface creating a cap at the top of the juice. To enable better color extraction and tannin structure, daily pump-over was utilized to keep that cap in contact with the juice. When fermentation was complete and the wine was dry, it was aged for twelve months with a combination of French and American oak, imparting subtle coffee and toasted oak nuances. |
| Vineyard Notes: | Grown in the cool vineyards along the California coast, the Shiraz flourishes in the warm summer days tempered by fog-laden evenings. Rarely a summer night goes by that the temperatures dont dip under 55 degrees. As the driest of all coastal appellations, the Central Coast creates ideal growing conditions for this vigorous varietal, coaxing out the rich berry fruit flavors while retaining good structure and acidity. |
| Production Notes: | California |
| Winemaker Notes: | Patience was a winning virtue in 2006. Overall the growing season was cooler than normal. Low spring temperatures delayed bud-break by approximately three weeks but by June, fruit set and flowering was well developed. A short heat wave in July gave the vines a needed boost to catch up to a typical growing season. Cool, even weather persevered throughout the fall, enabling the grapes to develop good intensity and concentration of fruit. Ideal conditions remained through harvest and daily diligence was greatly rewarded with vibrant fruit flavors and good acid levels. |
Tasting Notes:
The 2006 Shiraz fills this profile opening with an assertive nose of forest berry fruit and black pepper. Blackberry and bing cherry support the middle, highlighted by coffee, tobacco and toasty oak. The finish flaunts a bright acidity and focused tannin structure. The bold character of the Shiraz pairs well with a multitude of foods, especially grilled meats, pizza and winter-time stews.
Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were gently destemmed and crushed before entering stainless steel tanks for fermentation. As part of the fermentation process, the grapes naturally push the skins to the surface creating a cap at the top of the juice. To enable better color extraction and tannin structure, daily pump-over was utilized to keep that cap in contact with the juice. When fermentation was complete and the wine was dry, it was aged for twelve months with a combination of French and American oak, imparting subtle coffee and toasted oak nuances.
Vineyard Notes:
Grown in the cool vineyards along the California coast, the Shiraz flourishes in the warm summer days tempered by fog-laden evenings. Rarely a summer night goes by that the temperatures dont dip under 55 degrees. As the driest of all coastal appellations, the Central Coast creates ideal growing conditions for this vigorous varietal, coaxing out the rich berry fruit flavors while retaining good structure and acidity.
Production Notes:
California
Winemaker Notes:
Patience was a winning virtue in 2006. Overall the growing season was cooler than normal. Low spring temperatures delayed bud-break by approximately three weeks but by June, fruit set and flowering was well developed. A short heat wave in July gave the vines a needed boost to catch up to a typical growing season. Cool, even weather persevered throughout the fall, enabling the grapes to develop good intensity and concentration of fruit. Ideal conditions remained through harvest and daily diligence was greatly rewarded with vibrant fruit flavors and good acid levels.
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