Carneros Vineyard

2008 Napa Valley Tempranillo

The Goosecross Carneros Vineyard 2008 Tempranillo is a captivating red wine that beautifully exemplifies the elegance of Napa Valley. With its medium-bodied profile, this wine strikes a harmonious balance between richness and finesse. The acidity is bright and refreshing, making it a delightful companion for a variety of dishes. Its fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing luscious notes of dark cherry and raspberry that are complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are medium, providing a firm structure without being overpowering, which enhances the wine's overall approachability. As a dry red, it offers a satisfying finish that lingers in the palate, inviting another sip.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Region:

Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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