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Le Bon Cochon 2016 Dry Creek Valley

    Overview

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    Le Bon Cochon is a succulent red wine raised in our vineyard at the edge of the Coast Range forest. Like any good pig, it rooted under the fence to wallow in the flavors of our grapes. WIth juicy red fruit and savory spice, this wine satisfies after a hard day's work on the farm or easy Sunday picnics down by the stream.

    About This Wine

    This wine pairs excellently with a variety of charred meats and vegetables from the grill.

    Vineyard Notes

    The Zinfandel is from two mountain-top blocks (DuPratt and Primitivo clones) that produce extremely concentrated fruit, and the Syrah is from our benchland block (Estrella River clone) which produces rich full Syrah flavor.

    Average brix:  27.1       

    Production Notes

    Vintage:  Moderate temperatures with no appreciable rainfall throughout the ripening season allowed the grapes to fully develop exceptionally concentrated flavors.

    Fermentation:  The grapes were crushed into small fermenters.  After cold-soaking for three days to extract rich color, the must fermented on the skins for three weeks to obtain a richly extracted wine.

    Cooperage / Aging:  The wine was aged for 22 months in French oak barrels (20% new).  

    Production: 238 Cases

    Winemaker's Notes

    Color:  Dark ruby

    Aromas:  Dark blackberry, ripe plum, with spice and vanilla notes

    Palate:  Concentrated blackberry and plum flavors, rich mouthfeel and long blackberry finish.

    Technical Data

    Vintage: 2016

    Wine Type: Red Wine Blend

    Varietal: 60% Syrah, 40% Zinfandel

    Appellation: Dry Creek Valley

    Acid: 0.65 g/100ml

    pH: 3.68

    Alcohol: 15.4%

    Le Bon Cochon 2016 Dry Creek Valley LBM162
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