Winemaker’s Notes:
The name “Due Amici” translates as two friends, in this case the
two varietals Primitivo and Zinfandel. The Croatian variety
Crljenak Kastelanski (sirl-YEN-ack kastel-AN-ski) is the origin of
both varietals. Crljenak Kastelanski, Primitivo, and Zinfandel are
all genetically identical, their differences arising from the
clonal selections process.
The Zinfandel comes from the Original Grand Pere Vineyard where
the dry farmed vines have for over 138 years spread their roots in
the same granitic soils in search of sustenance. The Primitivo and
Petite Sirah in the blend come from our estate vineyards. These
hillside vineyards with their shallow decomposed granitic soils
produce berries of intense flavor. After fermentation in our
submerged cap tanks, the wine was aged in French and American oak
for over a year.
The “Due Amici” first fills the senses with rich aromas of Santa
Rosa plum and bright cherry. Undercurrents of leather and black
olive richen the nose. On the palate with finesse and vigor the
wine develops layers of mint, tobacco, rose petal, vanilla, and
crescendos with black pepper. The gentle tannins bring complexity
to the wine without overpowering its many nuances. The wine then
returns to fruit in a lingering finish. This wine drinks well now,
and will improve with several years of bottle age.
Production & Technical Data:
Alcohol 14.4%
Residual Sugar: less than 0.1%
pH: 3.5
Bottling Date: 12/7/2007
Varietal Content: 47% Zindandel, 47% Primitivo, 6% Petite Sirah
Only 259 cases produced
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