TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
Profile #1 Burgundian Style |
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Appearance | Medium garnet | ||
Aroma | Violets, cherry, taost and vanilla. | ||
Flavor | Modest tannins, well-integrated oak, long finish. | ||
Balance | Moderate alcohol, moderate acidity. | ||
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
Oenological | May require chaptalization to achieve 12.5% alcohol. | ||
Viticultural | May be grown in areas prone to lower winter temperatures. | ||
Terroir | High latitude, long summer days, moderating lake effect prevents winter kill, moderates temprature, and creates wind that dries vines. Well-drained benches 500-1,200 feet. |