Domenico 2004 Aglianico

Winemaker Tasting & Pairing Notes:
Medium-bodied, good tannin structure, cherry fruit character as well as oak. Aromas of cassis, cherry cola, anise and barrel spice. Pair with barbecued steak, grilled leg of lamb or mushroom risotto. This Cali-Italia wine is one of Italy’s oldest varietals.

Winemaking Notes:
Whole berry fermented in small open fermenters. 10-12 days maceration with 2-3 hand punchdowns per day. Aged in French and American oak for 11 months.

Technical Notes:

Appellation:	Amador County
Vineyard Designation:	Sutter Creek Vineyards
Composition:	89% Amador Aglianico, 11% Amador Nebbiolo
Released:	July 1, 2006
Alcohol:	15.48%
Production:	97 cases