2001 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 7.8%
Residual Sugar 350 g/L
Calories (estimated) 275 kcal / glass
150ml glass275 kcal
750ml bottle1375 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Roussanne
Classification California Roussanne Vin de Paille
Region California
Production Details Wine Advocate reported production of one barrel. The fruit was air-dried on straw mats for over one month before pressing, and the wine spent 42 months in oak. Acidity was reported as 12.8 g/L, but the acid-equivalent basis was not specified.
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate, June 2005: medium amber; marmalade, espresso, maple syrup, flowers, unctuous texture, freshness and liveliness. Vinous, August 2005: deep orange-gold; orange peel, clove, menthol, white raisin, Benedictine, cherry, almond, marzipan, honey, caramel, nuts, saline character and a very long finish.
Critics Ratings 98/100, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, reviewed June 2005
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