2005
Primitivo
C.G. Di Arie Vineyard & Winery
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This wine has deep black cherry, plum and blackberry aromas carrying all the way to the flavor. In the mid-palate it shows good structure and complexity with well balanced acidity. It has a lingering finish of black cherry, mocha and spice.
Varietals
| Percent Varietal | Vineyard, Appellation |
|---|---|
| 100% Primitivo |
Production
650 cases of 750 ml (Standard Bottle) bottles
Fermentation Notes
This wine was made in a “Submerged Cap” Fermentation Tank. It was aged in French and American oak barrels for a full year.
Vintage Notes
This is the second year that we are making this Estate Primitivo. The grapes for this wine came from David’s Vineyard situated on a steep slope facing southwest. Primitivo is one of the varieties that grow exceptionally well in our vineyards.