Item No. 0016060003512
Galaxy 2012
Galaxy 2012

Galaxy 2012

Galaxy 2012

92
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Varietal
Red Blend
Region
California
Sub-Appellation
Stags Leap District
Alcohol
14.5%

Overview

Juicy with a plush mid-palate and smooth finish. The muscular structure is well integrated with judicious use of new French oak. There is great aging potential here but drinks beautifully right now.

Aging

Blended after 6 months in barrel. Aged a total of 18 months in French oak, 50% new

Fermentation

Fermented separately in stainless steel tanks.

Winemaker

Marisa Taylor, Bryan Parker and Elizabeth Vianna

Tasting Notes

Style

Juicy, Powerful, Smooth

Flavor

Black Currant, Boysenberry, Plum

Aroma

Cassis, boysenberry, and red fleshed plums with floral and white pepper undertones and a hint of sweet smoke.

Taste

Juicy with a plush mid-palate and smooth finish. The muscular structure is well integrated with judicious use of new French oak. There is great aging potential here but drinks beautifully right now.

Wine Ratings

92

The Tasting Panel2015-12-01

GALAXY combines the winemaking expertise behind Terlato Family Vineyards with the competitive camaraderie amongst winemakers Marisa Taylor, Bryan Parker and Elizabeth Vianna. Each brings their most powerful and concentrated wine to the blending table and vies for top billing in the blend. Bryan brings his aromatic and age worthy Syrah from Sonoma County, Marissa brings her lush and sensual Merlot from Napa County and Elizabeth contributes her elegant and structured Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa County.