2005 D'Argenzio
Sangiovese Sonoma Valley, D’Alfonso
Tasting Notes
A special tribute our “Papa” Alfonso A. D’Argenzio.
This bottling showcases the wonderful complexity of a new world Sangiovese.
The wine opens with an enticing interplay of scents, from black cherry to
anise to earthy mushroom. A mix of racy Bing cherries and blackberries
topped with vanilla crème fills the palate. The rich finish flows to layers of
roasted plums nuanced with baking spices. With its bright acidity and
mid-full body, this wine is immensely enjoyable with a meal.
The dry, daytime heat of Sonoma Valley is tempered by cooling breezes from
nearby San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. These conditions allow the
grapes to flourish in a fashion similar to those in Italy’s Bolgheri region,
where the Mediterranean Sea influences the climate. Our grapes are grown in
a “secret” vineyard at an elevation of 1200 feet. The soil is quite volcanic and
the vineyard is actually situated on an ancient lava flow bed. The grapes here
develop wonderful aromas. It has already been awarded “Best of Class”!
Unfiltered and unfined.
Released
Oct 2007
Vineyard
D’Alfonso
Varietals
100% Sangiovese
Production
112 Cases
Alcohol
14.4 %