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2011 Elyse Zinfandel Morisoli Vineyard
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By Elyse Winery
Zinfandel Morisoli Vineyard Rutherford Napa Valley 2011
Technical Details
Harvest Dates: 10/13 and 10/14
Grape Source: Morisoli Vineyard, Rutherford AVA
Blend: 87% Zinfandel, 13% combination of Alicante Bouschet, Carignane, Durif, Grand Noir, Muscat Hamburg, Négrette, Syrah, and Valdiguié… or TLTL (Too Long To List).
Harvest Brix: 25.2’, and 24.6’
Maceration: 14 day native-yeast fermentation
Aging: 10½ months in American oak (25% new)
pH: 3.54
TA: 0.67 g/100mL
Alcohol: 14.40%
Tasting Notes
We have been making Zinfandel from the Morisoli Vineyard since 1986 and have been the only producer working with these grapes since 1988. The old field-blend vines, Rutherford Bench terroir, and traditional farming practices always create a truly distinctive Zinfandel. The 2011 vintage is ruby red colored with aromas of ripe raspberry, blackberry and a hint of sweet spice. Smooth and supple on the palate, it is splendidly layered with newly picked red and black fruit. Bright flavors of raspberries, cassis and currants glide across the palate as they intermingle with mocha and baking spice followed by brilliant acidity. A fresh and lively wine! This wine is extremely food friendly. Try it with a peppered steak, osso buco, rich tomato dishes, pasta, or a selection of cheeses.
Zinfandel Morisoli Vineyard Rutherford Napa Valley 2011
Technical Details
Harvest Dates: 10/13 and 10/14
Grape Source: Morisoli Vineyard, Rutherford AVA
Blend: 87% Zinfandel, 13% combination of Alicante Bouschet, Carignane, Durif, Grand Noir, Muscat Hamburg, Négrette, Syrah, and Valdiguié… or TLTL (Too Long To List).
Harvest Brix: 25.2’, and 24.6’
Maceration: 14 day native-yeast fermentation
Aging: 10½ months in American oak (25% new)
pH: 3.54
TA: 0.67 g/100mL
Alcohol: 14.40%
Tasting Notes
We have been making Zinfandel from the Morisoli Vineyard since 1986 and have been the only producer working with these grapes since 1988. The old field-blend vines, Rutherford Bench terroir, and traditional farming practices always create a truly distinctive Zinfandel. The 2011 vintage is ruby red colored with aromas of ripe raspberry, blackberry and a hint of sweet spice. Smooth and supple on the palate, it is splendidly layered with newly picked red and black fruit. Bright flavors of raspberries, cassis and currants glide across the palate as they intermingle with mocha and baking spice followed by brilliant acidity. A fresh and lively wine! This wine is extremely food friendly. Try it with a peppered steak, osso buco, rich tomato dishes, pasta, or a selection of cheeses.