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Signature Wines and Wineries of Coastal California
PHIL-OSOPHY, VINTNER SELECT
gourmet pairings
Pair with braised beef short
ribs, fork-tender and served
with low country grits, fried
carrots, and a smoked
molasses glaze.
tasting notes
This "phil-osophy" is one of three signature blends. It first
exhibits bright ruby red color with opaque density, then leads
to a wonderful array of aromas. Complex and concentrated, the
blend displays aromas of sweet black current jam, with hints
of black cherry, smoke, and flowers. Aged in French oak for 32
months, this structured, full-bodied, and opulently textured wine,
is thick, rich, and youthful.
winemaker's insight
For this wine, Phil decided to move toward a more traditional
California Bordeaux blend. Cabernet Sauvignon is the dominant
grape while the other varietals play a supporting role. In fact the
Cabernet used in this blend was awarded best of class in a San
Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
awarDs & DistinCtions
Silver Medal – Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition
Silver Medal – California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition
Best of Class, Best of Region
Silver Medal – Riverside International Wine Competition
Bronze Medal – Alameda County Fair Commercial Wine Competition
APPELLATION: Livermore Valley
COMPOSITION: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 5%
Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot
MATURATION: Aged 32 months in French Oak, and 20 percent new.
CELLARING: The 2011 classic will reward you handsomely with a bit of
cellaring, yet drinkable and approachable now.
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