Shake Ridge Vineyard Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Viognier 2018

Vintage 2018 Bottle Sizes 750ml Country United States Region California Appellation Amador County (Sierra Foothills AVA) Wine Type Red - Still Varietals Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Viognier Farming Organic practicing Vineyard Shake Ridge Vineyard is 46 acres lying at and elevation of 1,750 feet in the Sierra Foothills. Planted and farmed by Ann Kraemer. Each parcel has a different slope, aspect, and soil profile, creating unique microclimates in the same vineyard. Soil Volcanic, Decomposed Granite, Quartz Viticulture Vineyards are farmed using organic methods. Vinification The grape varieties are harvested and co-fermented together. The grapes are foot stomped and co-fermented whole cluster with tapering punchdowns Basket Pressed at dryness to neutral oak for a 10-month élevage. After bottling, the wine is aged for an additional 14 months prior to expected release. Aging Aged in barrel for 10 months, bottle aged for 14 months