2019 Priest Ranch Brut Rosé
WINEMAKING | The Priest Ranch Brut Rosé is 100% Syrah and was aged 24 months in stainless steel on the lees, then bottled and aged an additional 24 months in the bottle. This sparkling wine is made using the traditional méthode Champenoise.
HARVEST NOTES | The beginning of the 2019 growing season was defined by copious rainfall and late soil moisture followed by a warm summer. At the estate, we saw very few extreme heat events and foggy mornings setting the stage for vibrant and expressive wines. The long, relatively mild finish to the season helped to preserve the freshness and finesse in the fruit with sufficient hang time teasing out a great color, structure, and soft tannins.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2019
Varietal
Syrah
Appellation
Napa Valley
Alcohol %
12
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This wine has a beautiful pink salmon tone and has a hint of fruity flavors that include strawberry, cherry, and peach. It has terrific balance, and the creamy smooth finish allows you to pair this sparkling wine with anything from spicy dishes to a water cracker with caviar and creme Fraiche.
Vineyard Notes
The historic Priest Ranch is now a part of Somerston Estate, a significant property totaling 1,682 acres with 225 acres of hillside vineyards. The dramatic elevations of the vineyards define and distinguish the estate, ranging from 800 ft. to 1,600 ft. The wines of Priest Ranch are sourced from multiple blocks, showcasing the diversity and complexity of the combined property. Our 2019 Brut Rosé is produced using fruit from Block 2 on the west side of our property.
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