2017 CCW Barbera
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Barbera
Vineyard Designation
Horse Heaven Hills AVA
Harvest Date
October 11th, 2017
Acid
6.9g/l
pH
3.51
Bottling Date
September 12th, 2019
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Oaky aromas, dark blackberries, cocoa, and spice. The flavors are bold and rich. Lots of acidity gives it a brightness on the finish. The Merlot adds mid palate and blueberry pie notes. Drink 2019-2027
Vineyard Notes
Vineyard Source: Coyote Canyon Vineyard
AVA: Horse Heaven Hills
Grower Degree Days: 3611
Pick Date: October 11th, 2017
Winemaker Notes
2017 was a good year for our Barbera. We cropped a little lower than average and the results show in the body of the wine. I feel like this is a varietal that is over-looked. Kind of like the Merlot of Italy. Great body, easy drinking wines that do not always get the recognition they deserve. It is a little bit of a mystery to me how this wine can be big and fruity with a smooth finish yet have a high acidity.
I started enjoying wine when I worked for an Italian restaurant in Santa Cruz. It was fun to try all the different Italian varietals, from Dolcetto’s to Barbera’s. This gape became a favorite of mine and I like thinking we can help start its history here in Washington. Thinking we are a small part of history is inspiring.