Bargetto 2005 Gewurztraminer

Located in the northern Central Coast region of California and bordering the Pacific Ocean, Monterey County has proven to be a superb growing region. Well-drained soils along the river basins, consisting of gravel and loam, coupled with a cool micro-climate (Region I) continue to yield grapes with high acid and intense flavors. Even though soils in the valleys have low water retention capacity, the region's cool climate enables growers to apply only moderate amounts of water for irrigation and still maintain healthy vines.

The welcome return of the off-dry Gewurztraminer has been eagerly anticipated by many. This year Bargetto was able to secure several tons of grapes from the premium Monterey County grower, Scheid Vineyards.

Winemaker Tasting Notes:
The resulting wine is pure Gewurztraminer; a spicy nose with lemon honeysuckle and floral notes that are mirrored in the mouth. The 2004 vintage is slightly less sweet than previous vintages. Even so it still has a healthy 1 gm/liter of residual sugar.

Awards:
Gold-Best of Class- California State Fair Wine Competition
Gold-Amenti Del Vino Wine Competition
Silver-Hilton Head Wine Competition
Silver-Santa Cruz Mountain Winegrowers Wine Competition
Silver-Monterey Wine Competition


Technical Notes:

Appellation:	Monterey County
RS/Alcohol:	1.0% / 13.9%
Total Acidity:	5.58g
Harvest Sugar:	24 Brix
Harvest Date:	September 3-10, 2004
Bottled:	December 20, 2004
Production:	1824 cases