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OVERVIEW:
With
the exception of a short-lived heat wave between June 12th and 14th, Napa
Valley experienced mild summer temperatures in 2000 which permitted slow,
steady ripening of the fruit. Rains forecast between August 30th and September
2nd caused some concern, but the light showers that did occur were of little
consequence and in fact contributed to flavor development, especially in
red varieties. However, the cool nights and wet soil conditions that persisted
throughout October slowed maturation, and a series of rainstorms beginning
October 25th further affected fruit quality. Fortunately, grapes for our Insignia blend were picked prior to the storms, and the resulting wine exhibits concentrated aromas of black fruit, cinnamon, spice, tobacco and graphite. Supple tannins with hints of cassis and spice finish long and rich on the palate. |
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BLEND
& GRAPE SOURCES: Grapes were harvested between September 26 and October 4 at an average 24.6° Brix, fermented in stainless steel tanks, then aged 26 months in new French oak barrels before being bottled in February, 2003. |
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WINEMAKING
DATA: Grapes were harvested between September 26 and October 4 at an average 24.6° Brix, fermented in stainless steel tanks, then aged 26 months in new French oak barrels before being bottled in February, 2003. |
WINEMAKING
QUOTES:(90–92) The 2000 Insignia reveals a smoky, rich cassis characteristic, medium to full body, and an open-knit, lush, generous style without the austere backwardness of the 1999. Expan-sive, fleshy and seductive, it should drink well for 15–16 years. (THE WINE ADVOCATE, 8-31-02) |
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