Nose
The 2009 encantado has a brilliant bouquet of
bright strawberry, raspberry and guava fruit highlighted by notes of
white florals, tangerine and sweet cinnamon.
Palate
Mouthwatering acidity
keeps the berry and red apple fruit of the palate vibrant throughout the
long, dry finish, evolving into subtle hints of white pepper, green tea
and lavender.
Growing Conditions
Using the same estate-grown varietals that contribute to
our acclaimed Bordeaux style wines, this refreshing rosé is a blend of
Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Tannat, Merlot and Malbec.
Encantado, which means “charmed” or “enchanted” in Spanish, reflects
a playful side of our portfolio. In the classic style of Old World rosé, this
wine boasts floral, fruity aromatics and has been blended for a crisp,
clean finish.
Bottling
The finished wine was bottled in February 2010 to capture the
freshness and radiance of the young wine.
Winemaking
Our rosé is produced using the saigneé method,
in which the first juice pressed is extracted from the must of our estate
grown red varietals. This French method is designed to concentrate the
remaining must while yielding delicately fruity and lively aromas in the
young vin gris. To capture these flavors, the juice was treated to a slow,
cold fermentation in stainless steel with yeast selected especially for
rosé.
Food Pairing
This lively wine makes the perfect partner to charcuterie,
crispy salads and fresh seafood, but is equally enjoyable on its own.