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To create each Platinum Collection wine we start in our vineyard by selecting individual rows of vines which consistently produce the finest grapes. These vines receive meticulous care at every stage from pruning to harvest. The same precise care is given to each wine during fermentation, aging and blending to provide the absolute best expression of our estate.
Limited Production
Opulent, with wonderful depth and balance, this wine seamlessly integrates the incredibly rich palette of the Michel-Schlumberger Estate.
This PLATINUM COLLECTION “Sans Egal” exhibits the quintessence of Red as can be achieved here at the Michel-Schlumberger Benchland Estate. Individual exquisite components of entire spectrum of Bordeaux and Rhone red varietals have been carefully selected and blended to create an extremely well-integrated “symphony” of classic Michel-Schlumberger flavors.
Harvest: Sept 9th to Oct 15th, 2015
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: Aged for 22 months in finest “tight-grain” French oak barrels (50% new).
Bottling Date: August 23rd, 2017
Production: 97 Cases
Color: Dark ruby
Aromas: Dark plum, blackberry, rich spice
Palate: Elegant structure, rich mouthfeel, long finish of dark fruit and spice
Vintage: 2015
Wine Type: Platinum Collection
Varietal: 24% Cabernet Franc, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Petit Verdot, 12% Malbec, 9% Syrah, 5% Zinfandel, 2% Petite Sirah
Appellation: Estate - Dry Creek Valley
Acid: 0.60 g/100ml
pH: 3.79
Alcohol: 15.4%
