Waterstone - Study in Blue 2007 (750ml)

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Producer	Waterstone
Country	United States
Region	California
Subregion	Napa Valley
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot
Vintage	2007
Sku	129922
Size	750ml

Winemakers Notes

The 2007 growing season in Napa Valley began dry and warm, with early budding, bloom and set. Low spring precipitation, followed by a relatively cool summer, allowed good hangtime and associated flavor devel- opment. While cluster counts were normal, the dry season led to smaller berries and lower yields. Overall, the vintage is noted for great acid levels and outstanding quality.

Vineyards

Well-established hillside vineyards are the foundation of this wine, giving the finished blend its intense inner core of fruit. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were sourced from hillsides of Oakville, Rutherford and Spring Mountain District. Merlot was sourced from the Nichelini Vineyard in Chiles Valley, and the Syrah was drawn from Truchard Vineyards in northern Carneros.

Vinification

The grapes were hand picked at optimum ripeness. Following destemming, the grapes were stainless steel- fermented and received extended skin contact before being transferred to barrels. The wine was aged in small French oak barrels for 24 months (80% new barrels) where the wine completed malolactic fermentation. The wine was racked prior to bottling.

Tasting Notes

With its blue hues and pronounced blueberry aromas, this distinct blend (65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah, 10% Merlot) is a study in blue. Bordeaux varieties provide the framework, while Syrah transports the blend to a realm all its own. It’s simply, Kind of Blue.

Philip Zorn, Winemaker

CRITICAL ACCLAIM

93 points Wine Enthusiast

This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot stands up well against far more expensive Napa Valley cult Cabs. It’s softly tannic, rich and decadently delicious in blackberry and cherry pie filling, licorice, chocolate, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. Gorgeous, dry and generous...