2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.5%
Grape Varieties 36% Roussanne, 29% Chardonnay, 23% Viognier, 9% Petite Manseng, 3% Muscat
Region California
Sites Eleven Confessions Vineyard, Cumulus Vineyard, and Bien Nacido Vineyard
Fermentation Vessels 26% concrete eggs, 26% used barrels, 48% new oak
Oak Details 48% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak48%
Oak Types French oak (new-oak portion)
Production Details The Wine Advocate note reproduced by Wine.com describes the 26% concrete eggs, 26% used barrels and 48% new-oak allocation as vinification, while Fine Wine Geek describes the identical allocation as aging. The vessel proportions are corroborated, but the sources do not consistently identify the production stage.
Tasting Notes Jeb Dunnuck: buttered citrus, orange blossom, flower oil and honeyed minerality, with freshness and acidity. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: apricot preserve, yellow plums, dried flowers, orange rind and acacia honey, with a satiny texture, juicy acidity and a savory finish.
Critics Ratings 97
Producer Information
Website
Address
PO Box 1048, Oak View, CA 93022, USA
Phone
+1 805-649-8901
Email
Owner
Elaine &
Manfred Krankl
Manfred Krankl
Cellarmaster
Manfred Krankl