The Federalist Bourbon Barrel Aged Red Blend 2017

The Federalist Bourbon Barrel Aged Red Blend 2017

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Varietal
Red Blend
Region
California
Alcohol
15%

Overview

In the spirit of American craftsmanship, our Red Blend embraces the uniquely American tradition of aging in charred bourbon barrels. Sourced from Mendocino County, The Federalist Bourbon Barrel-Aged Red Blend marries bright fruit with vanilla and rich smoky caramel.

Aging

6 months in American Oak then 6 months in Charred Bourbon Barrels

Fermentation

Blocks are fermented separately for 12 days on the skins to preserve unique characteristicsof each.

Winemaker

Bryan Parker

Tasting Notes

Style

Complex, Smoky, Smooth, Spicy

Flavor

Caramel, Cherry, Raspberry, Vanilla

Aroma

Bright fruit notes, spice, and smoky vanilla characteristics from Bourbon Barrels.

Taste

Good entrancefilling the mouth with bright Mendocino fruit and spiciness. A smoky, smooth finish providing a nice complexity.