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2009 Small Lot GSM

The GSM blend has alluring aromas of white pepper, tea leaf, and chocolate, delivering a full-bodied wine full of black cherry, bold tannins and a hint of vanilla.-powe

Wine Color: Red

Vintage: 2009

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedrei

Appellation: Livermore Valley, San Francisco Baydrei

Winemaker: Karl D. Wente

Alcohol: 14.3%

Vineyard:

The Syrah was harvested from the Marina block and our Estate vineyard in Arroyo Seco. The Grenache was harvested from the Marina block. The Mourvedre was harvested from the Raboli Block.

Fermentation:

All varietals were fermented in small one-ton bins and punched down twice daily.

Aging:

The Syrah was aged for 17 months in French, American, Eastern European, and neutral oak barrels. The Grenache and Mourvedre were aged for 17 months in neutral oak barrels.