Squam Rock - Napa Valley Red Blend 2018 (750ml)

 

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Producer	Squam Rock
Country	United States
Region	Napa Valley
Varietal	Cabernet,  Merlot,  Cabernet Franc,  Petit Verdot
Vintage	2018
Sku	210000002297
Size	750ml

Squam Rock Red Blend 2018 

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The wines for Squam Rock are made by Rudy Zuidema, and up and coming winemaker in Napa. Rudy was born in Sacramento CA and grew up in the small agricultural community of Davis. He attended the University of California at Davis, studying Plant Science and Agriculture Management focusing on Viticulture. He graduated in 1991 and quickly headed for the Napa Valley wine country to find opportunities in vineyard management and winemaking. He first worked in restaurants where he could gain knowledge of food and wine pairing, and where he happily was able to taste thousands of wines from Napa Valley and other regions around the world.

Rudy's first wine cellar experience was at St. Clement Vineyards, working with local winemaker Dennis Johns. From there he climbed the industry ladder with positions in turn as assistant winemaker, head winemaker, vineyard manager and general manager at Cuvaison, Honig, Robert Craig, Ehlers Estate and White Cottage Ranch. He studied organic and biodynamic farming, receiving CCOF and Demeter certifications on several ranches. He is focused on sustainability and prides himself on his stewardship of the vineyard sites.

The 2018 vintage of our Bordeaux-style blend combines Cabernet Sauvignon (57%), Merlot (36%), Cabernet Franc (4%), and Petit Verdot (3%). On the nose, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot bring hints of red fruit, fresh leafy herbs, and white pepper; Cabernet Sauvignon provides firm structure, with pronounced tannins and a strong finish; Merlot adds exciting complexity to the mid-palate with notes of dark fruit and spice. This quintessential blend is ready to drink now, and can be cellared for 10 years or more.

Tasting notes: Black cherry, plum, currant, eucalyptus, licorice, cinnamon, clove, pipe tobacco.

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