Early Mountain - Five Forks 2023 (750ml) Ugni Blanc

Early Mountain - Five Forks 2023 (750ml) Ugni BlancWith Petit Manseng leading the Five Forks blend, this wine features the depth of aroma and texture that are inherent to this unique variety. The aromatics are generous, and as the wine changes temperature in your glass, you will find the dynamic profile evolving from pineapple, candied citrus and stonefruits to ripe mango and tropical flowers, accented with a touch of baking spice. The freshness of the 2023 Five Forks is accented by notes of herbs,

with no fining/filtering

delivering a very refined aromatic constellation of red and black cherries

This Malvasia di Schierano (Malvasio clone) is a frizzante style

The palate has a supple attack and rich mid-palate

the 2022 Pinot Noir Shea Vineyard Estate has expressive notes of baked cherries

which was warmer than last year but with intermittent rain that resulted in only half the vineyard blocks achieving desired crop loads

grapefruit and saline mineral notes

(RV) (12/2011)

resulting in a wine that has nothing to hide behind

and ample spice nuances

This is 79% cabernet sauvignon

Succulent and well composed