2007 Artz

2007 Artz Vineyard - Red Mountain

Juicy and firm, cherries and spice...a vibrant blend of cabernet franc, merlot, and cabernet sauvignon from a single vineyard on Red Mountain.

	Wine:	Artz Vineyard Red Blend
	Blend:	39% cabernet franc, 36% merlot, 25% cabernet sauvignon
	Vineyard:	Artz
	AVA:	Red Mountain
	Aging:	18 months in French oak, 42% new
	Bottled:	May 17, 2009
	Production:	490 cases
	Notes:	Deep garnet. Silky fore-palate; firm, fine tannins mid-palate. Bright and juicy. Anise, Italian herbs, tobacco, blueberry, and hints of dried orange peel.
	Review:	92+ points, Wine Advocate, October 2009: "Earth and mineral notes are accompanied by cinnamon, clove, sage, black cherry, and black currant. Medium to full-bodied, it exhibits an elegant personality, excellent intensity, plenty of sweet fruit, and a lengthy finish. Give it 2-3 years of additional cellaring and drink it from 2012 to 2022."