2011 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.58
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Grape Varieties 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region Napa Valley
Harvest Dates 19 Oct 2011 to 28 Oct 2011
Estate Grown Yes
Sites Select blocks throughout FAY Vineyard; the majority came from blocks near FAY House in the vineyard's lower section, supplemented by old vines from FAY Block 4.
Fermentation Vessels 100% stainless steel tank
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details This commemorative bottling marked 50 years since Nathan Fay's 1961 planting of FAY Vineyard. The selected lots were blended and matured for 20 months in barrels, and the wine was released in September 2014.
Tasting Notes Violet, dark berry, dried cherry and coffee aromas; smooth entry and textured, structured tannins; blueberry, dark chocolate and clove on the palate; sweet vanilla and nutmeg on the finish.
Food Pairing Classic slow-roasted prime rib with thyme au jus
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Producer Information
Website
Address
5766 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558, USA
Phone
+1 707-261-6410
Email
Owner
Marchesi Antinori
Cellarmaster
Marcus Notaro