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2008 LEOJAMI RÆD

This 'rad' red wine is a blend of Syrah and Sangiovese.

The Vineyard
Mesa Del Sol Vineyard is a fully sustainable and organic vineyard positioned on a sandy, rocky bench above the Arroyo Seco River in Monterey County. The grapes for this wine are grown on single and double cordon. Special attention is given to canopy management and the slow development of flavors of each variety used in this blend.

The Vintage
The weather in 2008 started out cool and ended very warm. Summer rains and warm days created optimum conditions for even ripeness throughout the vineyard. The wines were harvested in mid-October.



2008 Ræd
Mesa Del Sol Vineyard
Arroyo Seco

Vinification
Hand-harvested grapes were fermented together. Cultivated yeasts were used to create bright fruit and spicy flavors of the sangiovese and syrah. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine was aged in French oak barrels for 16 months before being racked, filtered and bottled.

Tasting Notes
This wine has a bright red core. The aromas are clean and elevated. Hints of cherry, earth and spice rise from the glass. The palate is dry, rich and flavorful. The profile of the wine is bright and ripe - cherry, spice, vanilla, cedar - with a complex and smooth lingering finish. This red wine pairs well with roasts, grilled vegetables, pizza, pasta, cheese and chocolate.

Our Closure
We believe in using environmentally friendly products that also enhance our wines. Because of this, we have chosen Diam™ corks for all Leojami wines. Diam™ is a natural cork product that guarantees against cork taint (TCA), allows white and red wines to age gracefully, and is wholly recyclable and biodegradeable.

 


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