215 Cases produced—SORRY, BUT WE’VE SOLD OUT OF THIS ITEM!
General Statement: This Rosé was born out of the desire to make a unique modern Rosé but with a flair of traditionalism. Unlike most blush wines this Rosé is made with 100% Syrah grape picked just shy of full ripeness to provide a crisper flavor profile. The Syrah grape also provides the bright strawberry color. This is a wine designed for summer sipping.
Source of the Fruit: 100% Madison Cellars Vineyard estate grown.
Vineyard Notes:
- Rootstock: own-rooted Estrella Clone 7
- Location/soil – mostly Sandy loam, with area of shale mixed in
- Harvest Dates – September 24th & 25th 2003
- Fermentation – Only 20% of the wine was allowed to finish malolactic fermentation, providing the melon and peach fruit flavors. The other 80% was aged in stainless with fermentation stopped to keep residual sugar just under 1.4%, adding a touch of sweetness
- Alcohol: 12.9%
- Total Acidity: .72
- PH: 3.54
- Residual Sugar: <1.4%
Winemaking Notes:
Barrel Aging: 20% aged 4 months in French oak, 80% aged in stainless.
Date Bottled: March 18, 2004
Date Released: May 2004
Tasting Notes: Melon and peach fruit flavors are exhibited on the wines body with a hint of coconut on the finish.
Accolades and Awards: “The attractive, light pink/copper-colored 2003 Syrah Rose reveals pleasant notes of strawberries and watermelon, in an easy-going, zesty format.” —Robert Parker – 85
Aging Properties: Enjoy it now and over the next 18 months.
Food Pairing: This Rosé is designed for summer sipping on the patio with a gourmet cheese and fruit plate. It will complement fresh coastal seafood dishes as well as spicier Asian cuisines.
