Silverado Vineyeards
Borreo Ranch / Sangiovese
Year: 2018
Critic’s Rating: —
AVA: Napa Valley
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ABV %: 14.2
Tasting Notes: Pronounced aromas of pomegranate, blackberry, cherry, raspberry and toasty vanilla with subtle layers of dried herbs and savory tomato leaf. Medium-bodied with spicy herbs, lush fruit and a tanginess on the palate. Great energy and balanced tannins provide a long finish with persistent fruit flavor.
Winemaker Notes: February saw abundant rains, followed by a relatively cool spring and early summer. Bud break occurred a bit late, but under ideal weather conditions, creating a plentiful and even fruit set. Summer brought generous sun and cooler marine influences, uninterrupted by major heat spikes. The mild summer was followed by moderate heat in the fall, which allowed fruit to accumulate flavor complexity with gradual increases in sugar levels.
Varietal Composition: 100% Sangiovese