2020 Place of the Sun
Tasting Notes:
The 2020 Place of the Sun opens with aromas of cassis, currant, toasted oak, and a hint of leather. A soft, balaced entry leads to a lengthy midpalate filled with flavors of dark fruits and blended spices. A structured, full-bodied finish with soft, yet prevalent tannins completes the wine.
Pairing Suggestions:
Pair with hearty red meats, stews, braised ribs, and dark chocolate.
Aging Recommendations:
Drink now through 2035.
Blend:
40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc
Harvest Date:
Cabernet Sauvignon – 10/3/20 Merlot – 9/27/20 Cabernet Franc – 10/14/20
Appellation:
Temecula Valley
Fermentation:
Destemmed and fermented in closed top fermentors, with delestage daily for the first few days of fermentation followed by open pump-overs two times daily for an average of 14 days.
Aging:
Aged in 100% French oak, 30% of the barrels were new.
Alcohol:
14.6%
pH:
3.68
TA:
5.7 g/L
Club Price: $48.00
(Retail Price: $60.00)