| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Dense, Minerally Style |
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| Appearance | Very dark ruby. | ||
| Aroma | Ink, cassis, date, mint, marmite, dried tomato. | ||
| Flavor | Dense, cassis, kalamata olive, briny, energetic. | ||
| Balance | Brighter and more energetic than most reds of the region. Moderate alcohol. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Oenological | Standard vinification techniques. | ||
| Viticultural | This new varietal makes really incredible wines in Lodi which hold their acidity well and deliver ripe flavors at relatively low brix. | ||
| Terroir | Rich sandy loams, cooled by Pacific influence through Fairfield gap. | ||