2005 MONTE REGALO   

The Vineyard:

Traditionally an early site, this North facing vineyard has a natural cooling effect from the Yakima River, which in turn allows for extra “hang-time”.  The vineyard geological profile features deep top soils with “cleechy” strata.  Located across the river from Red Mountain, the vineyard is blessed with some of Washington State’s highest heat units. 2005 was a benchmark vintage for eastern Washington, with a long, warm, dry harvest.  This provided rich full ripening of the 5 varietals grown on the estate.

Winemaking”

Handpicked and sorted, this blended wine fermented 14 days prior to pressing and then completed malolactic fermentation in the barrels.  A combination of French, American and Hungarian barrels was used. 

The Wine:

“Mountain’s Gift” truly has become a vineyard leader.   Each year our blend represents a selection of the finest “gifts” our vines have to offer.  This is a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Syrah. The vineyard “Terroir” produces nice cherry undertones and dark current flavors that wash over your pallet in the finish.  This wine should hold nicely from 4-6 years.  2005 Monte Regalo displays an elegance and balance that will accommodate all occasions.

Alcohol:  14.0

pH 3.71

TA  0.56

Cases produced  786