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100% Montepulciano
Contra Costa AVA
The quality soils of Contra Costa County are the defining feature of its terroir. Gnarled old vines were planted 100 years ago on deep, sandy soils that have restricted yields, particularly as the vines have aged. Deep and free-draining, the sand offers little resistance to wandering root systems, and the lack of water in the ground means that the vines produce small, concentrated berries with thick skins. This in turn leads to wines with firm tannins and excellent structure.
Contra Costa County has a hot climate, although this is moderated by the bays that border the area’s northern side. Cool afternoon breezes from San Francisco and Suisun bays mean that the temperature drops at night, leading to a significant diurnal temperature shift. This cooling-off period means that the growing season is extended and grapes have more time to develop rich, complex flavors that do not come at the expense of acidity. Source.
Fermented in one ton fermenters
Aged 18 months in neutral barrels
Winemaker Cindy Cosco will join us LIVE for a SIP Virtual Wine Tasting & Education to talk about the famous Italian wine region, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo.
