2012 C.G. Di Arie
“OnStage”
Estate Grown & Bottled
El Dorado, CA
Winemakers Notes:
OnStage is a blend of 8 varietals nurtured and cultivated in our Estate Vineyards. While perfectly balanced, OnStage has its own individual identity, different than any of its components. The inspiration to make OnStage came to me watching this year's performances at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre.
Every component of OnStage has been individually crafted and aged in French oak barrels for 2 years. Creating the blend and tweaking it to perfection took us about 3 months. While 3 of the 8 components make up 80% of the blend, even the minor components have a significant contribution to the flavor profile and complexity of the blend.
OnStage has a dark ruby color with strong aromas of blackberries and blackcurrant which carry to the mid-palate adding raspberry and cherry flavors with hints of spice. The finish is long with a firm but delightful grip of tannins.
The varietals in the alphabetical order: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Syrah, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional and Zinfandel. The exact composition will be shown on the label when the wine is bottled.
Cases bottled: 250
Alcohol %: 14.3
pH: 3.7
Residual Sugar: Less than 0.1%
