Growing Conditions
2013 was a warm vintage with growing season temperatures
were higher than normal in the daytime and more importantly in the
nighttime. The wines from this warm vintage are plusher in fruit, and
somewhat lower in acidity. The wines from 2013
should be ready to drink upon release, with potential
to age 5-7 years.
Vineyards: Conner Lee; Hedges Estate; Stone Tree
Harvest
The diurnal temperature swing was smaller during the summer.
September saw cooler temperatures which extended harvest into late October
and November.
Winemaking
Maceration and fermentation in Stainless Steel
Aging
23 months in barrel;
100% New, French Oak
