TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
Profile #1 Classic Old Time Style |
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Appearance | Medium garnet | ||
Aroma | Very distinctive hybiscus, what Sebastiani used to call "unique bramble flavor" and warm chianti-like cedary bouquet | ||
Flavor | Soft, drinkable, complex. | ||
Balance | Restrained alcohol, zesty acidity. | ||
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
Oenological | Standard techniques. Often vinified and aged in large redwood. | ||
Viticultural | Does not recieve extensive hangtime. | ||
Terroir | Heavy clay, moderate temperature, high sunlight and no fog. |