2006
Sangiovese
Trio Vintners
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Sangiovese (Red)
Walla Walla County
$20.00/bottle
The three of us are big believers in Washington State Sangiovese and we were thrilled to find three great vineyards for our 2006 Sangiovese right here in Walla Walla County! We enjoy the way this wine opens up over time displaying leather and more dried cherries along with firm tannins and food-friendly acidity. The finish is surprisingly nutty with a pinch of tobacco. A well structured wine for many occasions.
Varietals
| Percent Varietal | Vineyard, Appellation |
|---|---|
| 93% Sangiovese |
Morrison Lane Vineyard Walla Walla Valley Sundance Vineyard Walla Walla Valley Tesawik Vineyard Columbia Valley |
| 7% Syrah |
Rizutti Vineyard Walla Walla Valley |
Production
168 cases of 750 ml (Standard Bottle) bottles
Fermentation Notes
This varietal can easily be overwhelmed with a lot of oak be we couldn’t resist putting a portion of the lot on a new 500 litre French oak puncheon. We blended some Syrah to add a touch more spice and dark fruit character.
Vintage Notes
Morrison Vineyard has some of the nicest and most complex Sangiovese in the state and this wonderfully aromatic fruit forms the backbone of our blend. Walla Walla is home to many small vineyards (under 2 acres) and Sundance of Walla Walla, an acre site off Kendall Road, is one of the most promising. This beautiful spot gave us very small berries, which contribute dark color and prominent acid to the blend. The trio of vineyards is completed by Tasawik, a newer site on a bench above the Snake River with a perfect southwest exposure. The chewy tannins and structure in the wine come from this site farmed by the Dahle/Broetje family.
Reviews
A Chorus of Delight
I am a huge fan of the wines Trio Vintners is making, and this Sangiovese doesn't disappoint! A wonderful nose of celery and green veggies assaults my senses, leading to flavors of green pepper, vanilla, leather and cherry spice - delicious! The finish has ripping acidity that is balanced by an …(view more)
What are you waiting for?
This Zin has a spectacular nose! The mouthfeel is equally wonderful, with tones of vanilla, spices, and a hint of cherries...This wine is very well balanced and grips your mouth in just the right ways. Would go great with a variety of foods, and guess what? This Zin is from Washington?!? Take that …(view more)
My Oh My
Not a varietal I typically seek out, Sangiovese by Trio Vintners is a winner - two years in a row! The 2005 vintage was brilliant, and the 2006 is equally delicious. On the nose there is some lovely black plums, with a hint of soil, vanilla,and something green that reminds me of mint. My pal …(view more)